Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
fariae-peresii
ID:
1418119

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Braun

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 67: 33. 2016.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430584

Common Names

  • Fariae-peresii Discocactus
  • Discocactus Fariae-peresii
  • Fariae-peresii Discocactus

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Description

Discocactus fariae-peresii (also called Farias-Peresii Disc Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Brazil. 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

Discocactus fariae-peresii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak or a living fence. The plant is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Discocactus fariae-peresii has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Discocactus fariae-peresii is a fast-growing cactus that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and bright, indirect light. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize during the growing season with a balanced cactus fertilizer.

Where to Find Discocactus fariae-peresii

Discocactus fariae-peresii is native to Brazil.

Discocactus fariae-peresii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Discocactus fariae-peresii?

Discocactus fariae-peresii

What is the common name of Discocactus fariae-peresii?

Fariae-Peresii Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Discocactus fariae-peresii?

Tropical rainforests in South 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

Pierre Josef Braun (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Braun' in the authors string.