Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Sarnes & N.Sarnes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 67: 154. 2016.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430082
Common Names
- Austrocactus pauxillus
- Pauxillus Austrocactus
- Pauxillus Cactus
Description
Austrocactus pauxillus (also called Dwarf Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Argentina and Bolivia. It is a shrubby plant with short, cylindrical stems and yellow flowers. It is often grown as an ornamental plant and prefers full sun and well-draining soil.
Uses & Benefits
Austrocactus pauxillus 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
Austrocactus pauxillus has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and globose.
Cultivation and Propagation
Austrocactus pauxillus is a slow-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 Austrocactus pauxillus
Austrocactus pauxillus can be found in Argentina.
Austrocactus pauxillus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Austrocactus pauxillus?
Austrocactus pauxillus
What is the common name of Austrocactus pauxillus?
Small Austrocactus
What is the natural habitat of Austrocactus pauxillus?
Arid regions of Argentina and Bolivia
Species in the Austrocactus genus
Austrocactus bertinii,
Austrocactus coxii,
Austrocactus hibernus,
Austrocactus philippii,
Austrocactus spiniflorus,
Austrocactus ferrarii,
Austrocactus nobilis,
Austrocactus pauxillus,
Austrocactus praecox,
Austrocactus subandinus,
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
Elisabeth Sarnes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Sarnes' in the authors string.
Norbert Sarnes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Sarnes' in the authors string.