Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
subnudus
ID:
652682

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 3: 217. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652014

Common Names

  • Subnudus Discocactus
  • Subnudus Discocacti
  • Subnudus Discocactuses

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Synonyms

  • Echinocactus subnudus (Britton & Rose) Luetzelb. [unknown]

Description

Discocactus subnudus (also called 'Subnude 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 subnudus 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 subnudus 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 subnudus 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 subnudus

Discocactus subnudus is native to the tropical forests of Brazil.

Discocactus subnudus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Discocactus subnudus?

Discocactus subnudus

What type of plant is Discocactus subnudus?

Cactus

What are the care requirements for Discocactus subnudus?

Discocactus subnudus requires bright light, well-draining soil, and occasional watering.

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.