Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
mezcalaensis
ID:
595395

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bravo

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
in Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. Mexico 3: 378. 1932.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594727

Common Names

  • Cephalocereus Mezcalaensis
  • Mezcalaensis Cephalocereus
  • Cephalocereus

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Synonyms

  • Carnegiea mezcalaensis (Bravo) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Pilocereus mezcalaensis (Bravo) W.T.Marshall [unknown]
  • Neobuxbaumia mezcalaensis (Bravo) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Neobuxbaumia mezcalaensis robusta (E.Y.Dawson) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Neodawsonia mezcalaensis (Bravo) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Cephalocereus mezcalaensis robustus E.Y.Dawson [unknown]
  • Neobuxbaumia mezcalaensis robusta (E.Y.Dawson) E.Y.Dawson [unknown]

Description

Cephalocereus mezcalaensis (also called Mezcala Cephalocereus, among many other common names) is a columnar cactus native to Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky areas, and is tolerant of drought and heat.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalocereus mezcalaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make a herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cephalocereus mezcalaensis has white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are short and have broad, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalocereus mezcalaensis is a perennial cactus that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cutting. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, fertile soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Cephalocereus mezcalaensis

Cephalocereus mezcalaensis is found in Mexico.

Cephalocereus mezcalaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalocereus mezcalaensis?

Cephalocereus mezcalaensis

What type of plant is Cephalocereus mezcalaensis?

Cactus

Where is Cephalocereus mezcalaensis native to?

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