Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
sulcifer
ID:
570125

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rauh & Backeb.) Kimnach

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 32: 95. 1960.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569457

Common Names

  • Borzicactus Sulcifer
  • Sulcifer Borzicactus
  • Sulcifer

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Synonyms

  • Cleistocactus granditessellatus (Rauh & Backeb.) Leuenb. [unknown]
  • Cleistocactus sulcifer (Rauh & Backeb.) Leuenb. [unknown]
  • Loxanthocereus granditessellatus Rauh & Backeb. [unknown]
  • Loxanthocereus sulcifer Rauh & Backeb. [unknown]

Description

Borzicactus sulcifer (also called Sulcifer's Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus in the family Cactaceae. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Borzicactus sulcifer is a popular garden plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used as a hedge or border plant, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements and bouquets. It is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Borzicactus sulcifer is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Borzicactus sulcifer is a slow-growing, low-maintenance cactus that can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water sparingly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Borzicactus sulcifer

Borzicactus sulcifer is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Guerrero.

Borzicactus sulcifer FAQ

What is the scientific name of Borzicactus sulcifer?

Borzicactus sulcifer

What is the common name of Borzicactus sulcifer?

Sulcifer Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Borzicactus sulcifer?

Borzicactus sulcifer is found in dry, rocky areas in 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

Werner Rauh (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauh' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.
Myron William Kimnach (1922-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kimnach' in the authors string.