Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
crenatus
ID:
1422271

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) M.A.Cruz & S.Arias

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
in Willdenowia 46(1): 157. 2016.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001434736

Common Names

  • Disocactus crenatus
  • Crenate Disocactus
  • Fishbone Cactus

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Description

Disocactus crenatus (also called Crenate Disocactus, among many other common names) is a cactus native to Mexico. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 30cm tall. Its leaves are fleshy and its flowers are yellow and fragrant. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands and heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Disocactus crenatus is a drought tolerant plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It can also be used as a groundcover in dry, sunny areas.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Disocactus crenatus sub. kimnachii (Bravo ex Kimnach) M.A.Cruz & S.Arias
Disocactus crenatus sub. crenatus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Disocactus crenatus has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Disocactus crenatus is a slow-growing, low-maintenance cactus that is best propagated from cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a healthy plant and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil. Water the cutting lightly and keep in a warm, bright location. The cutting should take root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Disocactus crenatus

Disocactus crenatus is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Disocactus crenatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Disocactus crenatus?

Disocactus crenatus

What are the common names of Disocactus crenatus?

Crenate disocactus

What is the natural habitat of Disocactus crenatus?

It is native to the Canary Islands

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