Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
cactacearum
ID:
1289289

Status:
valid

Authors:
Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288627

Common Names

  • Cactacearum Austrocylindropuntia
  • Cactacearum Cholla
  • Cactacearum Chain-Fruit Cholla

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Description

Austrocylindropuntia cactacearum (also called Cactus Pear, among many other common names) is a low-growing, shrubby cactus with a sparse covering of spines. It is native to South America and is found in rocky hillsides and dry scrublands. It has multiple stems with a diameter of up to 4 inches and is usually covered with white, yellow, or pink spines.

Uses & Benefits

Austrocylindropuntia cactacearum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Austrocylindropuntia cactacearum is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austrocylindropuntia cactacearum is a fast-growing cactus that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It should be watered when the soil is dry and fertilized during the growing season.

Where to Find Austrocylindropuntia cactacearum

Austrocylindropuntia cactacearum is native to the Mexican states of Hidalgo and Querétaro and can be found in the wild in the Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range. It is also available from specialty nurseries and online retailers.

Austrocylindropuntia cactacearum FAQ

What is the common name of Austrocylindropuntia cactacearum?

Tasajillo Cactus

What is the ideal temperature for Austrocylindropuntia cactacearum?

65-80 degrees Fahrenheit

What is the ideal light for Austrocylindropuntia cactacearum?

Bright, indirect light

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