Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albopectinata
ID:
1417629

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rausch) Mosti & Papini

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
in Pakistan J. Bot. 43: 2769–2785. 2011.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430094

Common Names

  • Aylostera albopectinata
  • White-comb Aylostera
  • White-comb Pincushion Cactus

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Description

Aylostera albopectinata (also called Albopectinata's Aylostera, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to the Mexican states of Hidalgo and Tamaulipas. It is a small, globose cactus with a solitary stem and spines that are yellowish-brown in color. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aylostera albopectinata 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

Aylostera albopectinata has small, white flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and globose.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aylostera albopectinata 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 Aylostera albopectinata

Aylostera albopectinata can be found in Bolivia.

Aylostera albopectinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aylostera albopectinata?

Aylostera albopectinata

What is the common name of Aylostera albopectinata?

White-fringed Aylostera

What is the natural habitat of Aylostera albopectinata?

Arid regions 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

Walter Rausch (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rausch' in the authors string.
Stefano Mosti (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mosti' in the authors string.
Alessio Papini (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Papini' in the authors string.