Pygmaeocereus is a genus of small cacti (family Cactaceae).[1][2] The genus is endemic to Peru.[1]

These species generally do not reach more than 100 mm (4 in) high, and produce a large tuberous root system and scented night flowers.[citation needed]

Species

As of December 2024, Plants of the World Online accepted three species:[1]

Image Scientific name Distribution
Pygmaeocereus bieblii Diers Peru
Pygmaeocereus bylesianus M.O. Andreae & Backeb. Peru
Pygmaeocereus densiaculeatus Backeb. Peru

References

  1. ^ a b c "Pygmaeocereus H.Johnson & Backeb". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 2024-12-28.
  2. ^ Powell, Andy T. (1994). "Arthrocereus - Small Cerei, Big Ideas on Flowers". British Cactus & Succulent Journal. 12 (2): 65–67. ISSN 0264-3405.
Allikas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pygmaeocereus
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