Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guccinii
ID:
1418549

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Donati) Bárcenas & H.M.Hern.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
in Succ. Pl. Res. 8: 194. 2014.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001431014

Common Names

  • Grusonia guccinii
  • Guccinii Grusonia
  • Grusonia Cactus

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Description

Grusonia guccinii (also called Guccinii, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a globose cactus with a short stem and numerous ribs. It grows in rocky areas and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Grusonia guccinii is a succulent plant that is often grown as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Grusonia guccinii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grusonia guccinii is a fast-growing cactus that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and allowed to dry for a few days before planting. Plant the cuttings in a well-draining, sandy soil and water sparingly. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and will flower in the summer.

Where to Find Grusonia guccinii

Grusonia guccinii is native to Mexico.

Grusonia guccinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grusonia guccinii?

Grusonia guccinii

What is the common name of Grusonia guccinii?

Guccinii

What is the natural habitat of Grusonia guccinii?

Arid regions of South America

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

Héctor Manuel Hernández (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.M.Hern.' in the authors string.
Rolando T. Bárcenas (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bárcenas' in the authors string.
Davide Donati (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Donati' in the authors string.