
Cereus (plant) - Wikipedia
Cereus (/ ˈsɪəriəs / "serious") [2] is a genus of cacti (family Cactaceae) including around 33 species of large columnar cacti from South America. The name is derived from Greek (κηρός) …
How to Grow and Care for Cereus - World of Succulents
Nov 1, 2025 · Cereus is a genus of 34 officially accepted species of large columnar cacti native to South America. It is one of the oldest names in the family Cactaceae, described by Philip …
How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Night Blooming Cereus
Oct 5, 2023 · Are you fascinated by the night blooming cereus? Learn how to plant, grow, and care for this unique plant in your home garden space!
Cereus Cactus 101: A Visual Tour of 16 Prominent Species - Succulent Alley
Cereus cacti are a group of more than 30 plant species in the Cactaceae family. They have a unique ability to survive in dry environments. These cacti have tall, columnar stems covered in …
10 Types of Night-Blooming Cereus - The Spruce
May 25, 2025 · Night-blooming cereus is a catch-all term describing several types of cacti that only bloom at night (usually only for a single night). The word "cereus" means it is a cactus. …
Night-Blooming Cereus Cactus Plants - Planet Desert
Shop a wide selection of blooming-cereus cactus plants, known for their unique shapes and vibrant cereus flowers. Perfect for adding a touch of desert beauty to any space.
21 Types of Cereus Plants (Characteristics & Pictures)
Apr 14, 2025 · Cereus plants, iconic cacti of the Cactaceae family, are known for their tall, columnar stems that dominate arid landscapes. These drought-tolerant giants store water in …
Cereus | Description, Genus, & Examples | Britannica
Cereus, genus of about 30 species of large columnar cacti native to South America. The name cereus is also applied to a number of other cacti with elongated bodies. Learn more about the …
25 Cereus Cactus Types (With Pictures) - Home Grail
Oct 8, 2025 · Cereus trigonodendron is a triangular-shaped columnar cactus that often grows to about 50 feet tall and will produce large flowers at the top. It’s native to Northern Brazil, …
Cereus hildmannianus - The Ruth Bancroft Garden & Nursery
Cereus is a genus of columnar cacti native to South America (east of the Andes) and islands in the southern Caribbean. In California, the most widely grown species is undoubtedly Cereus …