Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
pseudoinsignis
ID:
652671

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.P.Taylor & Zappi

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 9: 86. 1991.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652003

Common Names

  • Discocactus pseudoinsignis
  • Pseudoinsignis Discocactus
  • Pseudoinsignis Cactus

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Description

Discocactus pseudoinsignis (also called 'Pseudoinsignis Discocactus', among many other common names) is a species of cactus in the family Cactaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Discocactus pseudoinsignis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Discocactus pseudoinsignis has white flowers with yellow anthers and a three-lobed seed capsule. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Discocactus pseudoinsignis is a cactus species native to Brazil. It is a small cactus, growing up to 4 cm in diameter and up to 6 cm tall. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix, in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or by offsets.

Where to Find Discocactus pseudoinsignis

Discocactus pseudoinsignis is found in the tropical forests of Brazil.

Discocactus pseudoinsignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Discocactus pseudoinsignis?

Discocactus pseudoinsignis

What is the common name of Discocactus pseudoinsignis?

No common name

Where is Discocactus pseudoinsignis found?

Discocactus pseudoinsignis is found in Brazil

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

Daniela Cristina Zappi (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zappi' in the authors string.
Nigel Paul Taylor (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Taylor' in the authors string.