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Epiphyllum thomasianum

Epiphyllum thomasianum

About

Epiphyllum thomasianum is an epiphytic species of cactus native to Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua and Panamá.

Source: Wikipedia · CC BY-SA

Family
Cactaceae

In the kitchen

The Thomas cactus is not eaten by humans. Instead, it’s cherished for its beautiful flowers and unique growth habits. While many cacti can be edible, this one is primarily appreciated for its ornamental value rather than culinary uses.

Sources: Wikidata

Ecology

How it lives

Propagated by
Seed
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Name
Epiphyllum thomasianum
Slug
epiphyllum-thomasianum
Kingdom
Plantae
Family
Cactaceae
Genus
Epiphyllum
Species
thomasianum
Wikidata QID
Q550355
Propagule type
seed
Container suitable
No
Indoor suitable
No
OSSI pledged
No
Hazard level
1
Data completeness
43

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