Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
rigidissimus
ID:
1418272

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engelm.) Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
in Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 12: 293. 1909.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430737

Common Names

  • Rigidissimus Echinocereus
  • Echinocereus Rigidissimus
  • Rigidissimus Echinocereus

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Description

Echinocereus rigidissimus (also called Rigid Hedgehog Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a shrubby, clumping cactus with short, cylindrical stems that can reach up to 30 centimeters in height. Its stems are covered in small, white spines and are topped with large, yellow flowers. It is typically found in dry, desert habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Echinocereus rigidissimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak or a living fence. The plant is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Echinocereus rigidissimus sub. rubispinus (G.Frank & A.B.Lau) N.P.Taylor
Echinocereus rigidissimus sub. rigidissimus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinocereus rigidissimus has yellow, funnel-shaped flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a short stem with a tuft of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinocereus rigidissimus is a slow-growing, globose cactus native to Mexico and the United States. It can reach up to 12 inches (30 cm) in height. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, as the plant does not produce viable seeds.

Where to Find Echinocereus rigidissimus

Echinocereus rigidissimus can be found in the wild in Mexico, in the states of Sonora and Chihuahua.

Echinocereus rigidissimus FAQ

What is the common name of Echinocereus rigidissimus?

Rigidissimus Echinocereus

What is the natural habitat of Echinocereus rigidissimus?

Deserts and dry grasslands

How often should Echinocereus rigidissimus be watered?

Once every two weeks

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,