Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
lindsayi
ID:
375960

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moran

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 34: 186. 1962.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375292

Common Names

  • Myrtgerocactus Lindsayi
  • Lindsay's Fishhook Cactus
  • Fishhook Cactus

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Description

Myrtgerocactus lindsayi (also called Lindsay's Barrel Cactus, among many other common names) is a small, round cactus native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a thick, spiny stem and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy areas, such as deserts and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Myrtgerocactus lindsayi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to tolerate drought and poor soil. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrtgerocactus lindsayi is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mystgerocactus lindsayi is a cactus that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Myrtgerocactus lindsayi

Myrtgerocactus lindsayi can be found in the Chihuahuan Desert of Mexico and Texas.

Myrtgerocactus lindsayi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrtgerocactus lindsayi?

Myrtgerocactus lindsayi

What type of plant is Myrtgerocactus lindsayi?

It is a cactus

Where does Myrtgerocactus lindsayi grow?

It grows in arid regions of Mexico and the southwestern United States

Species in the Myrtgerocactus 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

The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-5105961: Originally associated with wfo-0001288672
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-5105961: Originally associated with wfo-0001288672
Reid Venable Moran (1916-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moran' in the authors string.