Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pensilis
ID:
1290639

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Brandegee) G.D.Rowley

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
in Ashingtonia 1(4): 44. 1974.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289977


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Description

Morangaya pensilis (also called Pencil Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Central America. It is a shrub-like cactus with long, cylindrical stems that are covered in small, white spines. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Morangaya pensilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Morangaya pensilis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morangaya pensilis is a perennial cactus that is native to Mexico. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in a well-drained potting mix in early spring. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny spot until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Morangaya pensilis

Morangaya pensilis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Guerrero.

Morangaya pensilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morangaya pensilis?

Morangaya pensilis

What is the common name of Morangaya pensilis?

Pensile Morangaya

Where is Morangaya pensilis found?

Morangaya pensilis is found in India

Species in the Morangaya genus

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

Gordon Douglas Rowley (1921-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Rowley' in the authors string.
Mary Katharine Brandegee (1844-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Brandegee' in the authors string.