Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
cedrosensis
ID:
1418085

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rebman

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
in Madroño 62(1): 53. 2015.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430550

Common Names

  • Cedrosensis Cylindropuntia
  • Cylindropuntia Cedrosensis
  • Cedrosensis Cylindropuntia

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Description

Cylindropuntia cedrosensis (also called Cedros Island Cholla, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a shrubby, clumping cactus with short, cylindrical stems that can reach up to 30 centimeters in height. Its stems are covered in small, white spines and are topped with large, yellow flowers. It is typically found in dry, desert habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cylindropuntia cedrosensis is a species of cactus that is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cylindropuntia cedrosensis has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cylindropuntia cedrosensis is a fast-growing cactus that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and full sun. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize during the growing season with a balanced cactus fertilizer.

Where to Find Cylindropuntia cedrosensis

Cylindropuntia cedrosensis is native to the Baja California peninsula in Mexico.

Cylindropuntia cedrosensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cylindropuntia cedrosensis?

Cylindropuntia cedrosensis

What is the common name of Cylindropuntia cedrosensis?

Cedros Island Cholla

What is the natural habitat of Cylindropuntia cedrosensis?

Deserts in Mexico and the United States

Species in the Cylindropuntia genus

Cylindropuntia abyssi, Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa, Cylindropuntia alcahes, Cylindropuntia anteojoensis, Cylindropuntia antoniae, Cylindropuntia arbuscula, Cylindropuntia bigelovii, Cylindropuntia californica, Cylindropuntia calmalliana, Cylindropuntia campii, Cylindropuntia caribaea, Cylindropuntia cholla, Cylindropuntia ciribe, Cylindropuntia davisii, Cylindropuntia delgadilloana, Cylindropuntia densiaculeata, Cylindropuntia deserta, Cylindropuntia echinocarpa, Cylindropuntia fosbergii, Cylindropuntia fulgida, Cylindropuntia ganderi, Cylindropuntia grantiorum, Cylindropuntia hystrix, Cylindropuntia imbricata, Cylindropuntia kelvinensis, Cylindropuntia kleiniae, Cylindropuntia leptocaulis, Cylindropuntia media, Cylindropuntia molesta, Cylindropuntia multigeniculata, Cylindropuntia munzii, Cylindropuntia pallida, Cylindropuntia parryi, Cylindropuntia prolifera, Cylindropuntia ramosissima, Cylindropuntia tesajo, Cylindropuntia thurberi, Cylindropuntia tunicata, Cylindropuntia whipplei, Cylindropuntia wolfii, Cylindropuntia lindsayi, Cylindropuntia sanfelipensis, Cylindropuntia santamaria, Cylindropuntia viridiflora, Cylindropuntia bernardina, Cylindropuntia cedrosensis, Cylindropuntia chuckwallensis, Cylindropuntia libertadensis, Cylindropuntia waltoniorum, Cylindropuntia perrita,

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

Jon Paul Rebman (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rebman' in the authors string.