Status:
valid
Authors:
(Slaba & Lad.Fisch.) Ritz
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
in Plant Syst. Evol. 302(7): 777. 2016.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430144
Common Names
- Aylostera malochii
- Maloch's Aylostera
- Maloch's Pincushion Cactus
Description
Aylostera malochii (also called Malochi'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 malochii is used in landscaping and ornamental gardening. It is also used to make decorative wreaths and flower arrangements. The plant is drought-tolerant and can survive in extreme temperatures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aylostera malochii has small, white flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and globose.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aylostera malochii is a cactus species native to Mexico. It is a slow-growing, clumping cactus that can reach up to 1.2 m (4 ft) in height. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or by cutting the stems and replanting them.
Where to Find Aylostera malochii
Aylostera malochii can be found in the state of San Luis Potosi in Mexico.
Aylostera malochii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aylostera malochii?
Aylostera malochii
Where is Aylostera malochii native to?
Mexico
What is the growth rate of Aylostera malochii?
Slow
Species in the Aylostera genus
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
Ladislav Fischer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lad.Fisch.' in the authors string.
Christiane Ritz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ritz' in the authors string.
Ritz, C.M., Fickenscher, K., Föller, J., Herrmann, K., Mecklenburg, R. & Wahl, R. 2016: Molecular phylogenetic relationships of the Andean genus Aylostera Speg. (Cactaceae, Trichocereeae), a new classification and a morphological identification key. Plant: