Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
sphaerica
ID:
629991

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.F.Först.) E.F.Anderson

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 71(6): 324. 1999.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629323

Common Names

  • Cumulopuntia sphaerica
  • Sphaerica Cumulopuntia
  • Golden Torch Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Opuntia leonina F.Haage & M.Schmidt ex Rümpler [unknown]
  • Opuntia muelleriana (Backeb.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Opuntia dimorpha C.F.Först. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus rauppianus (K.Schum.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus pseudorauppianus Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus muellerianus Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus unguispinus (Backeb.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Austrocylindropuntia sphaerica (C.F.Först.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Cumulopuntia alboareolata (F.Ritter) F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Cumulopuntia crassicylindrica (Rauh & Backeb.) F.Ritter [invalid]
  • Cumulopuntia crassicylindrica (Rauh & Backeb.) F.Ritter ex Eggli [unknown]
  • Cumulopuntia kuehnrichiana (Werderm. & Backeb.) F.Ritter [invalid]
  • Cumulopuntia multiareolata (F.Ritter) F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Cumulopuntia rauppiana (K.Schum.) F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Cumulopuntia tubercularis F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Cumulopuntia tubercularis transiens F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Cumulopuntia tumida F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Cumulopuntia unguispina F.Ritter [invalid]
  • Opuntia tumida (F.Ritter) D.R.Hunt [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus dimorphus (C.F.Först.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus leoninus (F.Haage & E.Schmidt ex Rümpler) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Opuntia sphaerica C.F.Först. [unknown]
  • Opuntia campestris Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus kuehnirichianus (Werderm. & Backeb.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus sphaericus (C.F.Först.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus mirus Rauh & Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus crassicylindricus Rauh & Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus alboareolatus F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Opuntia kuehnrichiana Werderm. & Backeb. [unknown]
  • Opuntia crassicylindrica (Rauh & Backeb.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Opuntia mira (Rauh & Backeb.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Opuntia rauppiana K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Opuntia unguispina Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus multiareolatus F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus sphaericus rauppianus (K.Schum.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Opuntia sphaerica rauppiana (K.Schum.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Opuntia sphaerica unguispina (Backeb.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus sphaericus unguispinus (Backeb.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus campestris (Britton & Rose) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Opuntia dimorpha pseudorauppiana (Backeb.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Opuntia kuehnrichiana applanata Werderm. & Backeb. [unknown]
  • Opuntia staffordiae Bullock [invalid]
  • Sphaeropuntia sphaerica (C.F.Först.) Guiggi [unknown]
  • Sphaeropuntia sphaerica crassicylindrica (Rauh & Backeb.) Guiggi [unknown]
  • Sphaeropuntia sphaerica tumida (F.Ritter) Guiggi [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus dimorphus pseudorauppianus (Backeb.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus kuehnrichianus (Werderm. & Backeb.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus kuehnrichianus applanatus (Werderm. & Backeb.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus sphaericus glaucinus Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus staffordiae (Bullock) Backeb. [invalid]

Description

Cumulopuntia sphaerica (also called Sphaerica Pincushion Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a small, globose cactus, up to 4 inches (10 cm) tall and up to 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter. It grows in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 5,000 feet (1,500 m).

Uses & Benefits

Cumulopuntia sphaerica is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cumulopuntia sphaerica has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cumulopuntia sphaerica is a fast-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. It should be planted in a sunny location in well-draining soil. It requires minimal water and should be watered only when the soil is completely dry. It should be fertilized once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cumulopuntia sphaerica

Cumulopuntia sphaerica is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often found in desert scrub and chaparral habitats.

Cumulopuntia sphaerica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cumulopuntia sphaerica?

Cumulopuntia sphaerica

What are the uses of Cumulopuntia sphaerica?

Cumulopuntia sphaerica is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruits.

What is the origin of Cumulopuntia sphaerica?

Cumulopuntia sphaerica is native to Mexico and parts of Central America.

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

Carl Friedrich Förster (1817-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Först.' in the authors string.
Edward Frederick Anderson (1931-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.F.Anderson' in the authors string.