Borzicactus hoxeyi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hoxeyi
ID:
1417774
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.J.Charles
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 31: 27. 2013.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430239
Common Names
- Borzicactus Hoxeyi
- Hoxeyi Borzicactus
- Hoxeyi Cactus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Borzicactus hoxeyi (also called Hoxey's Borzicactus, 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
Borzicactus hoxeyi 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
Borzicactus hoxeyi has yellow, funnel-shaped flowers with a diameter of about 2.5 cm. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and globose.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Borzicactus hoxeyi 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 Borzicactus hoxeyi
Borzicactus hoxeyi can be found in the state of San Luis Potosi in Mexico.
Borzicactus hoxeyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Borzicactus hoxeyi?
Borzicactus hoxeyi
Where is Borzicactus hoxeyi native to?
Mexico
What is the growth rate of Borzicactus hoxeyi?
Slow
Species in the Borzicactus genus
Borzicactus acanthurus, Borzicactus fieldianus, Borzicactus icosagonus, Borzicactus jajoanus, Borzicactus morleyanus, Borzicactus neoroezlii, Borzicactus plagiostoma, Borzicactus sepium, Borzicactus sextonianus, Borzicactus sulcifer, Borzicactus tenuiserpens, Borzicactus zanderi, Borzicactus hutchisonii, Borzicactus longiserpens, Borzicactus wrightii, Borzicactus hoffmannii, Borzicactus hoxeyi, Borzicactus hystrix, Borzicactus leonensis, Borzicactus pachycladus, Borzicactus xylorhizus,
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
Graham J. Charles: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.J.Charles' in the authors string.
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