Cereus alex-bragae

Cereus alex-bragae is a species of flowering plant in the genus Cereus. This species is native to the seasonally dry area of Goiás, Brazil.

Description

Cereus alex-bragae is a succulent tree native to the seasonally dry areas of Goias. It grows up to 4 feet tall in nature. The flowers are white and tubular, emitting a strong fragrance, and the fruit are yellowish, globose, and with edible pulp.

Taxonomy

Cereus alex-bragae was first described in 2009 by Pierre Braun and Eddie Esteves as Estevesia alex-bragae. Then in 2024, Estevesia was found to be synonymous with Cereus, as a result, Estevesia alex-bragae was transferred to Cereus.