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Aporocactus flagelliformis · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Rattail cactus, scientifically known as Aporocactus flagelliformis, is a striking succulent celebrated for its trailing, whip-like stems and vibrant tubular flowers. While primarily prized as an ornamental plant, it holds significant traditional importance in various cultures, where its unique properties are explored for diverse medicinal and therapeutic applications.

Family
Cactaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Rat-Tail Cactus
Scientific synonyms
Cereus Flagelliformis · Disocactus Flagelliformis · 21 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Aporocactus flagelliformis

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • flor de látigo
  • Cacto junco floricuerno
  • Coamecaxóchitl

French:

  • Cactus queue-de-rat

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Caryophyllales, it is classified under the family Cactaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Aporocactus.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Caryophyllales
Family Cactaceae
Genus Aporocactus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning across different regions of Asia and North America. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found growing in India, specifically in the state of Assam. Its presence also extends significantly into Mexico, where it thrives in several distinct areas. Specifically, it is located in Mexico Central as well as the Northeast region of the country. Furthermore, the species is distributed along the Mexico Gulf area, highlighting its wide range.

Region Area
Indian Subcontinent Assam
Indian Subcontinent India
Mexico Mexico Central
Mexico Mexico Northeast
Mexico Mexico Gulf

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Aporocactus flagelliformis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Limonin.

Chemicals reported in Aporocactus flagelliformis
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Limonin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Limonin

  1. Journal of animal science and technology

Activities

Aporocactus flagelliformis has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Proinflammatory.

Activities reported in Aporocactus flagelliformis
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Proinflammatory 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Proinflammatory

  1. Journal of animal science and technology

Preparations

Aporocactus flagelliformis has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include water extract.

Preparations reported for Aporocactus flagelliformis
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Water extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Water extract

  1. Journal of animal science and technology