Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
merckeri
ID:
1289129

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hildm.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
in Monatsschr. Kakteenk. 5: 92. 1905.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288467

Common Names

  • Echinocactus merckeri
  • Mercker's Barrel Cactus
  • Mercker's Cactus

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Description

Echinocactus merckeri (also called Merckeri cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a globose cactus, growing up to 30 cm in diameter, with a dense covering of yellow spines. It grows in rocky, desert habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Echinocactus merckeri is used as an ornamental plant, and is often grown in gardens and containers. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinocactus merckeri is yellow and has a diameter of about 4 cm. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinocactus merckeri is a slow-growing cactus native to the Sonoran Desert in Mexico. It can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take stem cuttings from the plant in spring or summer and allow them to dry out for a few days before planting. Plant the cuttings in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, sunny location. Water the cuttings regularly until they are established.

Where to Find Echinocactus merckeri

Echinocactus merckeri is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Coahuila, Nuevo Leon, and Tamaulipas.

Echinocactus merckeri FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Echinocactus merckeri?

Echinocactus merckeri is native to Mexico.

What is the size of Echinocactus merckeri?

Echinocactus merckeri can grow up to 8 inches in diameter.

What is the water requirement of Echinocactus merckeri?

Echinocactus merckeri requires minimal water and should be watered only when the soil is completely dry.

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