Status:
valid
Authors:
(Britton) A.Berger
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Entwicklungslin. Kakt.: 94. 1926.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000619505
Common Names
- Consolea Nashii
- Barrel Cactus
- Monkey's Tail Cactus
Synonyms
- Opuntia nashii Britton [unknown]
- Consolea macracantha nashii (Britton) Guiggi [unknown]
Description
Consolea nashii (also called 'Nash's Consolea', among many other common names) is a small, succulent plant native to Mexico. It has a single stem with small, oval leaves and yellow, star-shaped flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Consolea nashii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, such as respiratory problems and digestive issues.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Consolea nashii sub. gibarensis Areces
Consolea nashii sub. nashii
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Consolea nashii is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Consolea nashii can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Consolea nashii
Consolea nashii can be found in the United States, in the states of Arizona, California, and Nevada.
Consolea nashii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Consolea nashii?
Consolea nashii
What is the common name of Consolea nashii?
Nash's Cactus
What is the natural habitat of Consolea nashii?
It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.
Species in the Consolea genus
Consolea acaulis,
Consolea falcata,
Consolea macracantha,
Consolea microcarpa,
Consolea millspaughii,
Consolea moniliformis,
Consolea nashii,
Consolea rubescens,
Consolea spinosissima,
Consolea testudinis-crus,
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
Majure, L. C., Barrios, D., Díaz, E., Zumwalde, B. A., Testo, W., and Negrón-Ortíz, V.. 2021. Pleistocene aridification underlies the evolutionary history of the Caribbean endemic, insular, giant Consolea (Opuntioideae). American Journal of Botany 108( 2): 200– 215.: