Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
mendozaense
ID:
1418608

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.A.L.Bercht & Schädlich

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
in Gymnocalycium 28: 1177. 2015.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001431073

Common Names

  • Gymnocalycium mendozaense
  • Mendozaense Gymnocalycium
  • Gymnocalycium Pink Cactus

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Gymnocalycium mendozaense 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

Gymnocalycium mendozaense has yellow flowers with a pinkish tinge and a white center. The flowers are small, about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a white, woolly covering.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnocalycium mendozaense is a slow-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 Gymnocalycium mendozaense

Gymnocalycium mendozaense is native to Argentina.

Gymnocalycium mendozaense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnocalycium mendozaense?

Gymnocalycium mendozaense

What is the common name of Gymnocalycium mendozaense?

Mendozaense

What is the natural habitat of Gymnocalycium mendozaense?

Arid regions of South America

Species in the Gymnocalycium genus

Gymnocalycium carolinense, Gymnocalycium alboareolatum, Gymnocalycium amerhauseri, Gymnocalycium andreae, Gymnocalycium angelae, Gymnocalycium anisitsii, Gymnocalycium baldianum, Gymnocalycium bayrianum, Gymnocalycium berchtii, Gymnocalycium bodenbenderianum, Gymnocalycium bruchii, Gymnocalycium calochlorum, Gymnocalycium capillense, Gymnocalycium castellanosii, Gymnocalycium chacoense, Gymnocalycium chiquitanum, Gymnocalycium denudatum, Gymnocalycium erinaceum, Gymnocalycium eurypleurum, Gymnocalycium fischeri, Gymnocalycium friedrichii, Gymnocalycium gibbosum, Gymnocalycium glaucum, Gymnocalycium heidiae, Gymnocalycium horstii, Gymnocalycium hossei, Gymnocalycium hyptiacanthum, Gymnocalycium kieslingii, Gymnocalycium kroenleinii, Gymnocalycium leptanthum, Gymnocalycium marsoneri, Gymnocalycium mesopotamicum, Gymnocalycium mihanovichii, Gymnocalycium monvillei, Gymnocalycium mostii, Gymnocalycium neuhuberi, Gymnocalycium nigriareolatum, Gymnocalycium ochoterenae, Gymnocalycium oenanthemum, Gymnocalycium ottonis, Gymnocalycium paraguayense, Gymnocalycium parvulum, Gymnocalycium pazoutianum, Gymnocalycium pflanzii, Gymnocalycium pugionacanthum, Gymnocalycium quehlianum, Gymnocalycium ragonesei, Gymnocalycium reductum, Gymnocalycium rhodantherum, Gymnocalycium robustum,

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

C.A.L. Bercht: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.L.Bercht' in the authors string.
Volker Schädlich: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schädlich' in the authors string.