Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
ellemeetii
ID:
661053

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
in Ned. Kruidk. Arch. 4: 337. 1859.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660385

Common Names

  • Echinocactus Ellemeetii
  • Ellemeet's Cactus
  • Ellemeet's Barrel Cactus

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Description

Echinocactus ellemeetii (also called Ellemeetii, among many other common names) is an evergreen cactus with large, yellow flowers. It is native to Mexico and typically grows in dry, desert areas.

Uses & Benefits

Echinocactus ellemeetii 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 ellemeetii is yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and round.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinocactus ellemeetii is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated by seed or offsets. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize in spring and summer with a balanced cactus fertilizer.

Where to Find Echinocactus ellemeetii

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

Echinocactus ellemeetii FAQ

What is the origin of Echinocactus ellemeetii?

Echinocactus ellemeetii is native to Mexico.

What is the flower color of Echinocactus ellemeetii?

The flowers of Echinocactus ellemeetii are typically yellow or orange.

What is the hardiness zone of Echinocactus ellemeetii?

Echinocactus ellemeetii 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,