Marginatocereus marginatus
Marginatocereus marginatus, commonly known as the Marginate Cereus, is a fascinating cactus native to arid regions of South America. Renowned for its unique, ribbed structure and striking architectural form, this resilient succulent is highly valued by collectors. It plays a vital role in its ecosystem, offering stability and beauty.
- Scientific name: Marginatocereus marginatus
- Family: Cactaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further organized into the order Caryophyllales and the family Cactaceae. Finally, it is identified by the specific genus Marginatocereus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Cactaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Marginatocereus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Marginatocereus marginatus, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the marginate cereus, while in Spanish, it is known as cereus marginado. In Portuguese, it is called cereus marginado, and in German, it is referred to as randiger cereus.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide and fragmented geographical distribution spanning several continents. In Southwestern Europe, its presence is noted within the Balearic Islands and throughout mainland Spain. Moving across the globe to Asia, the species can be found within the region of Indo-China, specifically in Cambodia. Its reach also extends significantly into North America, where it inhabits various parts of Mexico. Within the Mexican territory, the plant is specifically documented in both Central and Northeast Mexico.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
Activities
Marginatocereus marginatus has 1 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antitumor.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antitumor | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |