Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
petersenii
ID:
652873

Status:
valid

Authors:
Doweld

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
in Sukkulenty 4(1-2): 40. 2002.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652205

Common Names

  • Disisocactus Petersenii
  • Petersenii Disisocactus
  • Petersenii Cactus

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Description

Disisocactus petersenii (also called 'Petersen's Disisocactus', among many other common names) is a species of cactus in the family Cactaceae. It is found in Mexico, where it is found in dry, rocky soils. It is a small, perennial cactus, growing up to 30 cm tall.

Uses & Benefits

Disisocactus petersenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Disisocactus petersenii has bright yellow flowers with red-tipped petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Disisocactus petersenii is a species of plant in the family Cactaceae. It is a succulent that grows up to 1 m tall. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. When propagating by division, the rhizomes should be divided and planted in a warm, moist environment. The plants should be kept in partial shade until they have taken root.

Where to Find Disisocactus petersenii

Disisocactus petersenii is native to Brazil.

Disisocactus petersenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Disisocactus petersenii?

Disisocactus petersenii

What is the natural habitat of Disisocactus petersenii?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common uses of Disisocactus petersenii?

Ornamental and medicinal purposes

Species in the Disisocactus genus

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