A lot of these names I found scattered across the web, but I feel like there are likely to be many more I’m missing out listing. If you know what that is. [10], Smaller cacti may be described as columnar. Structures with a high surface area-to-volume ratio, such as thin leaves, necessarily lose water at a higher rate than structures with a low area-to-volume ratio, such as thickened stems. The areole may be circular, elongated into an oval shape, or even separated into two parts; the two parts may be visibly connected in some way (e.g. Rachel already mentioned she did in the comments section below, have a “pet names” list for succulents besides cacti, Naming Your Succulent? Eastern prickly pear, or devil's tongue (Opuntia humifusa). “Senior Saguaro” or “Prickly Pear Perry” for instance both let you know what the cactus is actually called, while simultaneously giving you a quirky twist on the name. [93] Other sources say that water can be withheld during winter (November to March in the Northern Hemisphere). I’ve started some from pads I’ve picked up on walks – they are really growing and need names, too. Plants using the C3 mechanism lose as much as 97% of the water taken up through their roots in this way. The "core cacti" show a steady increase in both stem succulence and photosynthesis accompanied by multiple losses of leaves, more-or-less complete in the Cactoideae. Friends who turned out to not-be-friends. [19], Photosynthesis requires plants to take in carbon dioxide gas (CO2). Older sources suggest an early origin around 90 – 66 million years ago, during the Late Cretaceous. [9] A small number of cactus species in the tribes Hylocereeae and Rhipsalideae have become adapted to life as climbers or epiphytes, often in tropical forests, where water conservation is less important. Fleshy, colorful and sweet-tasting fruits are associated with seed dispersal by birds. Flower colors range from white through yellow and red to magenta.[10]. Still easy to understand, but oh-so-clever. The blooms on the Easter Cactus can be red, white, peach, orange, and even lavender. Other Names for Queen of the Night Desert Flower. But the internet’s won me over. You'll be notified each time there's a new post published. Taproots may aid in stabilizing the larger columnar cacti. cactus. Prickly plant. [46], Hummingbirds are significant pollinators of cacti. The two species of Maihuenia have small, globe-shaped bodies with prominent leaves at the top.[9]. It is now used formally by the Native American Church. The popularity of cacti means many books are devoted to their cultivation. [85] This section is primarily concerned with the cultivation of semidesert cacti in containers and under protection, such as in a greenhouse or in the home, rather than cultivation outside in the ground in those climates that permit it. Immediately below the outer epidermis, a hypodermal layer developed made up of cells with thickened walls, offering mechanical support. Most cacti—opuntias and cactoids—specialize in surviving in hot and dry environments (i.e. I had names like “Blueberry” (for Azurill) and “Chicken” (for Torchic) littered in my backpack and my safety deposit box. Typically, the ovary is surrounded by material derived from stem or receptacle tissue, forming a structure called a pericarpel. You are currently viewing all Common Names for Cacti that start with the letter " B ". I think you should have some content on propagating succulents. Using this approach, most of the Pereskia species investigated exhibit some degree of CAM-cycling, suggesting this ability was present in the ancestor of all cacti. [15] Climbing, creeping and epiphytic cacti may have only adventitious roots, produced along the stems where these come into contact with a rooting medium. [10], In most cacti, the areoles produce new spines or flowers only for a few years, and then become inactive. Exceptions occur in three groups of cacti. For the software, see, Flowers appear from the upper part of an areole, spines from the lower (, The central image in this extract from the, Although the spellings of botanical families have been largely standardized, there is little agreement among botanists as to how these names are to be pronounced. Although spines have a high surface area-to-volume ratio, at maturity they contain little or no water, being composed of fibers made up of dead cells. [37] Precisely when after this split cacti evolved is less clear. These appear to cause only limited visible symptoms, such as chlorotic (pale green) spots and mosaic effects (streaks and patches of paler color). opuntia. For cacti adapted to drought, the three main centers are Mexico and the southwestern United States; the southwestern Andes, where they are found in Peru, Bolivia, Chile and Argentina; and eastern Brazil, away from the Amazon Basin. Obviously, the humour can be subtle, an inside joke only roommates share, even something only you would understand or happen to find funny. Various kinds of graft are used—flat grafts, where both scion and stock are of similar diameters, and cleft grafts, where a smaller scion is inserted into a cleft made in the stock. Type specimens are normally prepared by compression and drying, after which they are stored in herbaria to act as definitive references. [39], Rhipsalis baccifera is the exception; it is native to both the Americas and the Old World, where it is found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and Sri Lanka. Some species have become invasive in regions outside their native ranges. Its growth can be 1 feet to 12 feet. [78], Cacti are used as construction materials. Cacti in pots may be placed outside in the summer to ornament gardens or patios, and then kept under cover during the winter. Their first landfalls were in the West Indies, where relatively few cactus genera are found; one of the most common is the genus Melocactus. It can be preserved by boiling to produce syrup and by drying. Species of Pereskia within clade A always lack two key features of the stem present in most of the remaining "caulocacti": like most non-cacti, their stems begin to form bark early in the plants' life and also lack stomata—structures that control admission of air into a plant and hence control photosynthesis. But I’ve delayed enough. NOM BOTANIQUE : Mammillaria plumosa. Synonyms: agave, cereus, cholla, christmas, easter, mescal, moon… Two species have a long history of use by the indigenous peoples of the Americas: peyote, Lophophora williamsii, in North America, and the San Pedro cactus, Echinopsis pachanoi, in South America. [97][85] Some cacti, particularly those from the high Andes, are fully frost-hardy when kept dry (e.g. Now a day many of the cactus are ornamental plants which can be grown in a small pot. Rare plants were sold for very high prices. AdstockRF. "[44], Bees are the most common pollinators of cacti; bee-pollination is considered to have been the first to evolve. Curt Backeberg, in particular, is said to have named or renamed 1,200 species without one of his names ever being attached to a specimen, which, according to David Hunt, ensured he "left a trail of nomenclatural chaos that will probably vex cactus taxonomists for centuries. In the absence of leaves, enlarged stems carry out photosynthesis. There is a small amount of mescaline in peyote and a few other cactuses. [4] The word "cactus" derives, through Latin, from the Ancient Greek κάκτος, kaktos, a name originally used by Theophrastus for a spiny plant whose identity is now not certain. If you can help me out with a few more name recommendations for this type of thing – let me know what you’ve thought up so I can add them! Cactus grows in extremely dry environment or desert. The stamens usually arise from all over the inner surface of the upper part of the floral tube, although in some cacti, the stamens are produced in one or more distinct "series" in more specific areas of the inside of the floral tube. [86] The general recommendation of 25–75% organic-based material, the rest being inorganic such as pumice, perlite or grit, is supported by other sources. It spread rapidly in the Mediterranean area, both naturally and by being introduced—so much so, early botanists assumed it was native to the area. [9] Pereskia leaves are claimed to only have the C3 mechanism with CAM restricted to stems. CO2 enters the plant and is captured in the form of organic acids stored inside cells (in vacuoles). Some cacti may become tree-sized but without branches, such as larger specimens of Echinocactus platyacanthus. [10], In addition to normal-length spines, members of the subfamily Opuntioideae have relatively short spines, called glochids, that are barbed along their length and easily shed. [80], The three main threats to cacti in the wild are development, grazing and over-collection. Some of my favourites “prickly” pun cactus names, all which I found scattered across the net, include the following: I must admit, if it wasn’t for the internet, I definitely wouldn’t have thought to allude to the fact that single, solitary, long, tall cacti look a lot like – well you know – in a cactus name. The cactus is also known by many other different names in different parts of the world. [101] A very wet growing medium can cause both seeds and seedlings to rot. Areoles are structures unique to cacti. The word "cactus" derives, through Latin, from the Ancient Greek κάκτος , kaktos , a name originally used by Theophrastus for a spiny plant whose identity is now not certain. that it should not be used as a genus name. I now feel it’s almost my duty to create a mini cactus collection from my larger collection, labelling them with witty names instead of their actual scientific ones. Development takes many forms. [8] The outer layer of the stem usually has a tough cuticle, reinforced with waxy layers, which reduce water loss. Cactus flowers are pollinated by insects, birds and bats. [9], By studying the ratio of 14C to 13C incorporated into a plant—its isotopic signature—it is possible to deduce how much CO2 is taken up at night and how much in the daytime. Forms large clustering mounds in time. [9] Other species of cactus with long-lasting leaves, such as the opuntioid Pereskiopsis, also have succulent leaves. Latin American examples include Parque Nacional del Pinacate, Sonora, Mexico and Pan de Azúcar National Park, Chile. The scientific name for the San Pedro cactus is Echinopsis pachanoi. Huge resemblance there A Peruvian Apple Cactus that goes for days named “Green Bean” or “Asparagus”? Thus, Ferocactus cylindraceus reportedly can take up a significant amount of water within 12 hours of as little as 7 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall, becoming fully hydrated in a few days. Typically, the tube also has small scale-like bracts, which gradually change into sepal-like and then petal-like structures, so the sepals and petals cannot be clearly differentiated (and hence are often called "tepals"). The pollination syndrome associated with bats includes a tendency for flowers to open in the evening and at night, when bats are active. These types of cactus plants and species are perfect for growing at home. [54] The Aztecs symbolically linked the ripe red fruits of an opuntia to human hearts; just as the fruit quenches thirst, so offering human hearts to the sun god ensured the sun would keep moving. My daughter named a large prickly pear cactus in her yard that. Queen of the night (Peniocereus greggii) is a desert cactus native to Texas, Arizona and northern Mexico. I know, I’m a weirdo, but I found it pretty darn amusing, and to be honest, I can see myself naming a collection of plants in this way as well. [32] Classification of the cacti currently remains uncertain and is likely to change. In-laws, parents (you might want to use code names for this one). These enter the skin and are difficult to remove due to being very fine and easily broken, causing long-lasting irritation. Cactus & Succulents Plants, Varieties of cactus plants, cactus plants with names. For the host plant (the stock), growers choose one that grows strongly in cultivation and is compatible with the plant to be propagated: the scion. The latter was achieved by tightly controlling the opening of stomata. Areoles are an identifying feature of cacti. Many live in extremely dry environments, even being found in the Atacama Desert, one of the driest places on earth. Tree-living epiphytic and climbing cacti necessarily have different centers of diversity, as they require moister environments. The seeds pass through their digestive systems and are deposited in their droppings. Cacti may also be planted outdoors in regions with suitable climates. Other names for this cactus include achuma, wachuma, aguacolla, hahuacollay, and giganton. Unlike many other succulents, the stem is the only part of most cacti where this vital process takes place. Christmas Cactus. [79], All cacti are included in Appendix II of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), which "lists species that are not necessarily now threatened with extinction but that may become so unless trade is closely controlled." I’ll you probably name my other cactus Mini me, I love this name. Cactus Juice? The practice of using various species of Opuntia in this way has spread from the Americas, where they naturally occur, to other regions where they grow, such as India. One theory is it was spread by being carried as seeds in the digestive tracts of migratory birds; the seeds of Rhipsalis are adapted for bird distribution. [100] Otherwise, stem cuttings can be made, ideally from relatively new growth. [5] Cacti occur in a wide range of shapes and sizes. Many other species have become naturalized outside the Americas after having been introduced by people, especially in Australia, Hawaii, and the Mediterranean region. Sclerocactus papyracanthus). Generally it has thorns or spines. They lived in tropical areas that experienced periodic drought. chin-cactus; spider cactus: Schlumbergera bridgesii: Christmas cactus: Sedum rubrotinctum: Christmas cheer: Opuntia microdasys var. Opuntioids and Maihuenia have leaves that appear to consist only of a midrib. The need for a continuous supply of CO2 during photosynthesis means the stomata must be open, so water vapor is continuously being lost. Their capital from the 15th century was Tenochtitlan (now Mexico City); one explanation for the origin of the name is that it includes the Nahuatl word nōchtli, referring to the fruit of an opuntia. These may only be moved between countries for scientific purposes, and only then when accompanied by both export and import permits. SYNONYMES : Ebnerella plu [71] Several other species of Echinopsis, including E. peruviana, also contain mescaline. It’s most common name is prickly pear. Naming a really thorny cactus after a much-hated high school teacher, for instance? [10], The great majority of cacti have no visible leaves; photosynthesis takes place in the stems (which may be flattened and leaflike in some species). Most of them (31 million plants) were propagated by grafting. [92] Brown says that more cacti are lost through the "untimely application of water than for any other reason" and that even during the dormant winter season, cacti need some water. Super amusing, even if it’s only entertaining to you. [66], L. williamsii is native to northern Mexico and southern Texas. 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Required fields are marked *. I named some of mine really fun names such as Truffle, Finger, and Red Velvet. If you notice that your Mistletoe Cactus stems are falling off, there is a good chance your plant might not have enough light. Cochineal is the product of an insect that lives on some cacti. [10], Other cacti have a quite different appearance. Mammillaria). The overall diameter of individual cactus can get quite large over time. Gardening newb; hoping to get better with a little more research and a lot more practice. However, this kind of plant is native to drier forests than its Christmas cousin. Lemon yellow flowers in summer. Control is exercised by making international trade in most specimens of cacti illegal unless permits have been issued, at least for exports. Cactus spines are produced from specialized structures called areoles, a kind of highly reduced branch. Areoles often have multicellular hairs (trichomes) that give the areole a hairy or woolly appearance, sometimes of a distinct color such as yellow or brown. None are known to be wind-pollinated and self-pollination occurs in only a very few species; for example the flowers of some species of Frailea do not open (cleistogamy). Why are my Mistletoe Cactus stems falling off? Low light levels are sufficient during germination, but afterwards semi-desert cacti need higher light levels to produce strong growth, although acclimatization is needed to conditions in a greenhouse, such as higher temperatures and strong sunlight. For example, of the 36 genera in the subfamily Cactoideae sampled in the research, 22 (61%) were found not monophyletic. Definitely creative . Air spaces were needed between the cells to allow carbon dioxide to diffuse inwards. August 18, 2019 by Elise Xavier | Updated: June 3, 2020 - 19 Comments. 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