Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
macracantha
ID:
1417794

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Ritter) Wittner

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 38: 57. 2020.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430259

Common Names

  • Browningia Macracantha
  • Macracantha Browningia
  • Macracantha Cactus

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Description

Browningia macracantha (also called Macracantha's Browningia, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to the Mexican states of Hidalgo and Tamaulipas. It is a small, globose cactus with a solitary stem and spines that are yellowish-brown in color. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Browningia macracantha is used in landscaping and ornamental gardening. It is also used to make decorative wreaths and flower arrangements. The plant is drought-tolerant and can survive in extreme temperatures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Browningia macracantha has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Browningia macracantha is a cactus species native to Argentina. It is a slow-growing, clumping cactus that can reach up to 1.2 m (4 ft) in height. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or by cutting the stems and replanting them.

Where to Find Browningia macracantha

Browningia macracantha can be found in the state of San Luis Potosi in Mexico.

Browningia macracantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Browningia macracantha?

Browningia macracantha

Where is Browningia macracantha native to?

Chile

What is the growth rate of Browningia macracantha?

Slow

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

Friedrich Ritter (1898-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Ritter' in the authors string.
Holger Wittner: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wittner' in the authors string.