Genus of cacti
Aporocactus is a genus of cacti in the tribe Hylocereeae native to Mexico. It used to be classified as a subgenus in "Disocactus", but according to molecular evidence, it should be excluded from "Disocactus" and treated as a separate genus.
Description.
It is an epiphytic genus growing on the branches of trees, but without parasitizing them. Occurs as drooping or creeping stems up to 60 cm with 6 ribs covered with many small spines.
Extant Species.
There are two species in the genus "Aporocactus":
References.
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