Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
bonkerae
ID:
661842

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thornber & Bonker

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Fantast. Clan: 71–73. 1932.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000661174

Common Names

  • Echinocereus bonkerae
  • Bonkerae Hedgehog Cactus
  • Bonkerae Kingcup Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Echinocereus fasciculatus bonkerae (Thornber & Bonker) L.D.Benson [unknown]
  • Echinocereus fasciculatus bonkerae (Thornber & Bonker) N.P.Taylor [unknown]
  • Echinocereus fendleri bonkerae (Thornber & Bonker) L.D.Benson [unknown]
  • Echinocereus boyce-thompsonii bonkerae (Thornber & Bonker) Peebles [unknown]

Description

Echinocereus bonkerae (also called Bonker's Hedgehog Cactus, among many other common names) is a cactus species native to the Chihuahuan Desert in Mexico. It is a small, globose cactus with spines that can reach up to 4 cm in length. It grows in rocky, arid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Echinocereus bonkerae is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antioxidant properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Echinocereus bonkerae sub. apachensis (W.Blum & Rutow) A.D.Zimmerman
Echinocereus bonkerae sub. bonkerae

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinocereus bonkerae is a funnel-shaped, yellow to orange in color. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinocereus bonkerae is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated by seed or offsets. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water sparingly during the summer months and fertilize with a balanced cactus fertilizer in the spring.

Where to Find Echinocereus bonkerae

Echinocereus bonkerae is native to the Mexican state of San Luis Potosí. It can be found growing in rocky hills and canyons.

Echinocereus bonkerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinocereus bonkerae?

Echinocereus bonkerae

What type of soil is best for Echinocereus bonkerae?

Well-draining, sandy soil

What is the ideal temperature range for Echinocereus bonkerae?

50-90°F (10-32°C)

Species in the Echinocereus genus

Echinocereus occidentalis, Echinocereus adustus, Echinocereus aggregatus, Echinocereus arizonicus, Echinocereus barthelowanus, Echinocereus berlandieri, Echinocereus bonkerae, Echinocereus bristolii, Echinocereus carmenensis, Echinocereus chisosensis, Echinocereus chloranthus, Echinocereus cinerascens, Echinocereus claviformis, Echinocereus coccineus, Echinocereus dasyacanthus, Echinocereus davisii, Echinocereus engelmannii, Echinocereus enneacanthus, Echinocereus ferreiranus, Echinocereus grandis, Echinocereus huitcholensis, Echinocereus klapperi, Echinocereus knippelianus, Echinocereus kroenleinii, Echinocereus kunzei, Echinocereus laui, Echinocereus ledingii, Echinocereus leucanthus, Echinocereus lloydii, Echinocereus longisetus, Echinocereus mapimiensis, Echinocereus maritimus, Echinocereus metornii, Echinocereus milleri, Echinocereus mombergerianus, Echinocereus neocapillus, Echinocereus nicholii, Echinocereus nivosus, Echinocereus ortegae, Echinocereus pacificus, Echinocereus palmeri, Echinocereus papillosus, Echinocereus parkeri, Echinocereus pectinatus, Echinocereus penicilliformis, Echinocereus persolutus, Echinocereus polyacanthus, Echinocereus poselgeri, Echinocereus primolanatus, Echinocereus princeps,

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

John James Thornber (1872-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thornber' in the authors string.
Frances Bonker (1904-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonker' in the authors string.