Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
subulata
ID:
558026

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Muehlenpf.) Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
in Cactaceae (Berlin) 1941(2): 12. 1942.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557358

Common Names

  • Austrocylindropuntia subulata
  • Chain Fruit Cactus
  • Rat Tail Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Opuntia subulata (Muehlenpf.) Engelm. [unknown]
  • Pereskiopsis subulata (Muehlenpf.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Pereskia subulata Muehlenpf. [unknown]
  • Pereskia affinis Meinsh. [unknown]
  • Cylindropuntia subulata (Muehlenpf.) F.M.Knuth [unknown]
  • Opuntia ellemeetiana Miq. [unknown]
  • Opuntia segethii F.Phil. [unknown]
  • Austrocylindropuntia subulata subulata [unknown]
  • Opuntia ellemetiana Miq. [unknown]

Description

Austrocylindropuntia subulata (also called Subulate Austrocylindropuntia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial cactus with cylindrical stems and small, yellow flowers. It is native to South America, and is found in dry, desert habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Austrocylindropuntia subulata is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Austrocylindropuntia subulata has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings have a cylindrical shape with a diameter of 1-2 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austrocylindropuntia subulata is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant cactus species that can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a mature plant and allow it to dry for a few days before planting. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and water it lightly. Place the cutting in a warm, sunny location and water it regularly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Austrocylindropuntia subulata

Austrocylindropuntia subulata can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Austrocylindropuntia subulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austrocylindropuntia subulata?

Austrocylindropuntia subulata

What is the common name of Austrocylindropuntia subulata?

Subulate Cholla

Where does Austrocylindropuntia subulata grow?

Austrocylindropuntia subulata is found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas.

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

Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.
Philipp August Friedrich Mühlenpfordt (1803-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muehlenpf.' in the authors string.