Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
polycephalus
ID:
1289180

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
American Cyclopedia of Horticulture 3: 44. 1910.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288518

Common Names

  • Echinocereus polycephalus
  • Many-headed Hedgehog Cactus
  • Many-headed Claret Cup Cactus

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Description

Echinocereus polycephalus (also called Many-headed Echinocereus, among many other common names) is a small cactus species native to Mexico. It has globular stems, up to 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter, with many tubercles and radial spines. It grows in rocky areas, in open grasslands and in scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Echinocereus polycephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinocereus polycephalus is a funnel-shaped bloom with a diameter of up to 5 cm. The flower is white or pinkish in color and has a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, round and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinocereus polycephalus is a fast-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 Echinocereus polycephalus

Echinocereus polycephalus is native to the Chihuahuan Desert of Mexico.

Echinocereus polycephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinocereus polycephalus?

Echinocereus polycephalus

What type of plant is Echinocereus polycephalus?

Cactus

Where does Echinocereus polycephalus originate from?

Mexico

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.