Status:
valid
Authors:
(D.Donati & Zanov.) D.Aquino & S.Arias
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
in Syst. Bot. 44(3): 612. 2019.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430896
Description
Epithelantha potosina (also called 'Potosi Epithelantha', among many other common names) is a small cactus species native to Mexico. It has a globose body, usually with a few ribs, and is covered with white wool and yellowish spines. It grows in rocky areas and in scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Epithelantha potosina 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epithelantha potosina has white flowers with a yellow stigma. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and globular with yellow spines.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epithelantha potosina is a slow-growing, globose cactus native to Mexico and the United States. It can reach up to 2 inches (5 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 Epithelantha potosina
Epithelantha potosina can be found in the wild in Mexico, in the states of Sonora and Chihuahua.
Epithelantha potosina FAQ
What is the common name of Epithelantha potosina?
Potosina Epithelantha
What is the natural habitat of Epithelantha potosina?
Deserts and dry grasslands
How often should Epithelantha potosina be watered?
Once every two weeks
Species in the Epithelantha genus
Epithelantha bokei,
Epithelantha greggii,
Epithelantha micromeris,
Epithelantha pachyrhiza,
Epithelantha polycephala,
Epithelantha spinosior,
Epithelantha ilariae,
Epithelantha cryptica,
Epithelantha potosina,
Epithelantha pulchra,
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
David Aquino: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Aquino' in the authors string.