Borzicactus zanderi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zanderi
ID:
570140
Status:
valid
Authors:
Backeb.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
in Möller's Deutsche Gärtn.-Zeitung 467: 187. 1931.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569472
Common Names
- Borzicactus Zanderi
- Zanderi Borzicactus
- Zanderi
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Borzicactus zanderi (also called Zander's Fishhook Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a small, columnar cactus, growing up to 10 cm tall and 5 cm in diameter. It has small, white spines and yellow flowers. It is found in rocky, dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Borzicactus zanderi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to provide shelter and shade to other plants.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Borzicactus zanderi 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Borzicactus zanderi 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 zanderi
Borzicactus zanderi is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Guerrero.
Borzicactus zanderi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Borzicactus zanderi?
Borzicactus zanderi
What is the common name of Borzicactus zanderi?
Zanderi Cactus
What is the natural habitat of Borzicactus zanderi?
Borzicactus zanderi is found in dry, rocky areas in Mexico.
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
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.
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