Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
pulchra
ID:
1418432

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-0001430897


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Description

Epithelantha pulchra (also called 'Pretty 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 pulchra 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 pulchra has white flowers with a yellow stigma. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and globular with yellow spines.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epithelantha pulchra 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 pulchra

Epithelantha pulchra can be found in the wild in Mexico, in the states of Sonora and Chihuahua.

Epithelantha pulchra FAQ

What is the common name of Epithelantha pulchra?

Pulchra Epithelantha

What is the natural habitat of Epithelantha pulchra?

Deserts and dry grasslands

How often should Epithelantha pulchra be watered?

Once every two weeks

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

Carlo Zanovello (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zanov.' in the authors string.
Salvador Arias Montes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Arias' in the authors string.
Davide Donati (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Donati' in the authors string.
David Aquino: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Aquino' in the authors string.