Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
mirabilis
ID:
570141

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rauh & Backeb.) G.D.Rowley

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
in Natl. Cact. Succ. J. 37: 47. 1982.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569473

Common Names

  • Borzipostoa Mirabilis
  • Mirabilis Borzipostoa
  • Mirabilis

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Description

Borzipostoa mirabilis (also called Miraculous Fishhook Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a small, columnar cactus, growing up to 15 cm tall and 5 cm in diameter. It has small, white spines and yellow flowers. It is found in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Borzipostoa mirabilis 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 Borzipostoa mirabilis 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

Borzipostoa mirabilis 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 Borzipostoa mirabilis

Borzipostoa mirabilis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Guerrero.

Borzipostoa mirabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Borzipostoa mirabilis?

Borzipostoa mirabilis

What is the common name of Borzipostoa mirabilis?

Mirabilis Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Borzipostoa mirabilis?

Borzipostoa mirabilis is found in dry, rocky areas in Mexico.

Species in the Borzipostoa genus

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

Gordon Douglas Rowley (1921-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Rowley' in the authors string.
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.