Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
tenuiserpens
ID:
570126

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-0000569458

Common Names

  • Borzicactus Tenuiserpens
  • Tenuiserpens Borzicactus
  • Tenuiserpens

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Synonyms

  • Bolivicereus tenuiserpens (Rauh & Backeb.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Borzicactella tenuiserpens (Rauh & Backeb.) F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Cleistocactus tenuiserpens Rauh & Backeb. [unknown]

Description

Borzicactus tenuiserpens (also called Slender-spined 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 tenuiserpens 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 tenuiserpens 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 tenuiserpens 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 tenuiserpens

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

Borzicactus tenuiserpens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Borzicactus tenuiserpens?

Borzicactus tenuiserpens

What is the common name of Borzicactus tenuiserpens?

Tenuiserpens Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Borzicactus tenuiserpens?

Borzicactus tenuiserpens 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.