Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
debilispinus
ID:
660994

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Berg

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
in Allg. Gartenzeitung 8: 131. 1840.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660326

Common Names

  • Echinocactus Debilispinus
  • Foxtail Cactus
  • Foxtail Hedgehog Cactus

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Description

Echinocactus debilispinus (also called Debilispinus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cactaceae. It is a small, succulent, perennial herb with a rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South America and grows in rocky areas, in grasslands and in scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Echinocactus debilispinus is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and patios. It is also used as an accent plant in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinocactus debilispinus is yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and round.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Echinocactus debilispinus: This plant is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Echinocactus debilispinus

Echinocactus debilispinus can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Echinocactus debilispinus FAQ

What is the origin of Echinocactus debilispinus?

Echinocactus debilispinus is native to Mexico.

What is the flower color of Echinocactus debilispinus?

The flowers of Echinocactus debilispinus are typically yellow or orange.

What is the hardiness zone of Echinocactus debilispinus?

Echinocactus debilispinus is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.

Species in the Echinocactus genus

Echinocactus acanthion, Echinocactus adversispinus, Echinocactus amazonicus, Echinocactus armatissimus, Echinocactus aureicentrua, Echinocactus brachycentrus, Echinocactus candidus, Echinocactus centeterius, Echinocactus cereiformis, Echinocactus cristatus, Echinocactus debilispinus, Echinocactus elegans, Echinocactus ellemeetii, Echinocactus flexuosus, Echinocactus fluctuosus, Echinocactus foersteri, Echinocactus griseispinus, Echinocactus hemifossus, Echinocactus hexacanthus, Echinocactus hexaedrus, Echinocactus heyderi, Echinocactus horizonthalonius, Echinocactus hystrichocentrus, Echinocactus intricatus, Echinocactus jenischianus, Echinocactus lancifer, Echinocactus lindleya, Echinocactus linkeanus, Echinocactus macrocephalus, Echinocactus mammillifer, Echinocactus mariposensis, Echinocactus mutabilis, Echinocactus neumannianus, Echinocactus ochroleucus, Echinocactus octacanthus, Echinocactus pachycentrus, Echinocactus pepinianus, Echinocactus phyllantoides, Echinocactus platyacanthus, Echinocactus praegnacanthus, Echinocactus pseudocereus, Echinocactus pulverulentus, Echinocactus pyramidalis, Echinocactus pyramidatus, Echinocactus quadrinatus, Echinocactus rapa, Echinocactus raphidacanthus, Echinocactus raphidocentrus, Echinocactus rotherianus, Echinocactus salmii,

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

Alexander Berg: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Berg' in the authors string.