Status:
valid
Authors:
Hutchison
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287057
Common Names
- Wright's Borzicactus
- Borzicactus wrightii
- Wright Borzicactus
Description
Borzicactus wrightii (also called Wright's Borzicactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a shrubby cactus with cylindrical stems that can grow up to 1.5 meters tall. The stems are covered with spines, and the flowers are yellow. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Borzicactus wrightii is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and homes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Borzicactus wrightii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The fruits are red and contain many small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have round-shaped bodies.
Cultivation and Propagation
Borzicactus wrightii can be propagated through seed or offsets. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Water when the soil is dry, and fertilize in the spring and summer.
Where to Find Borzicactus wrightii
Borzicactus wrightii is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Coahuila, Nuevo Leon, and Tamaulipas.
Borzicactus wrightii FAQ
What are the common names of Borzicactus wrightii?
Borzicactus wrightii is commonly known as the Wright's Cactus.
What is the growth rate of Borzicactus wrightii?
Borzicactus wrightii has a slow to moderate growth rate.
What is the ideal temperature for Borzicactus wrightii?
Borzicactus wrightii prefers temperatures between 50-90°F (10-32°C).
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,