Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
geometrizans
ID:
1287696

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart. ex Pfeiff.) Console

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
in Boll. Reale Orto Bot. Giardino Colon. Palermo 1: 10. 1897.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287034

Common Names

  • Myrtillocactus geometrizans
  • Candy Cactus
  • Blue Candle Cactus

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Description

Myrtillocactus geometrizans (also called Blue Candle, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a tall, columnar cactus with blue spines and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and grows in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Myrtillocactus geometrizans is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and homes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrtillocactus geometrizans is yellow in color, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and spiny.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrtillocactus geometrizans is a columnar cactus native to Mexico. It grows in dry, sandy, rocky soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or stem cuttings. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Myrtillocactus geometrizans

Myrtillocactus geometrizans is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Coahuila, Nuevo Leon, and Tamaulipas.

Myrtillocactus geometrizans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrtillocactus geometrizans?

Myrtillocactus geometrizans

What type of plant is Myrtillocactus geometrizans?

Cactus

What is the common name of Myrtillocactus geometrizans?

Myrtle cactus

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

Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Karl Georg Pfeiffer (1805-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pfeiff.' in the authors string.
Michelangelo Console (1812-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Console' in the authors string.