Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
macdougallii
ID:
1417559

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cutak) Lodé

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
in Cact.-Avent. Int. 98(Suppl.): 2. 2013.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430024

Common Names

  • Acanthocereus macdougallii
  • MacDougall's Acanthocereus
  • MacDougall's Acanthocalycium

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Description

Acanthocereus macdougallii (also called MacDougall's Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a shrubby plant with long, cylindrical stems and yellow flowers. It is often grown as an ornamental plant and prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Uses & Benefits

Acanthocereus macdougallii is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acanthocereus macdougallii has white flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and globose.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acanthocereus macdougallii is a fast-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Acanthocereus macdougallii

Acanthocereus macdougallii can be found in Mexico.

Acanthocereus macdougallii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acanthocereus macdougallii?

Acanthocereus macdougallii

What is the common name of Acanthocereus macdougallii?

MacDougall's Acanthocereus

What is the natural habitat of Acanthocereus macdougallii?

Tropical deciduous forests of Mexico

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Ladislaus Cutak (1908-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cutak' in the authors string.
Joël Lodé (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lodé' in the authors string.