Pilosocereus polygonus
Bahama Dildo, Key Tree Cactus
Other regional names: Robin Tree Cactus
- Robin Tree Cactus
Also known as: Cactus royenii L. +16 more
- Cactus royenii L.
- Cephalocereus monoclonos (DC.) Britton & Rose
- Cephalocereus polygonus (Lam.) Britton & Rose
- Cephalocereus royenii (L.) Britton & Rose
- Cephalocereus schlumbergeri (F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.) Urb.
- Cereus curtisii Pfeiff.
- Cereus monoclonos DC.
- Cereus monoclonus DC.
- Cereus nigricans Pfeiff.
- Cereus polygonus (Lam.) DC.
- Pilocereus monoclonos (DC.) F.M.Knuth
- Pilocereus plumieri Lem.
- Pilocereus polygonus (Lam.) K.Schum.
- Pilocereus polygonus (Lam.) Salm-Dyck
- Pilocereus royenii (L.) Haw. ex Rümpler
- Pilocereus schlumbergeri F.A.C.Weber
- Pilocereus schlumbergeri F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cactaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a succulent tree.
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Pilosocereus polygonus (commonly known as Bahama Dildo or Key Tree Cactus) is a tree-like cactus within the Cactaceae family. It originates in South America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Cactus
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Dominican Republic, Haiti
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Canary Is., St.Helena