Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
herzogiana
ID:
1290190

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Backeb.) Buxb. & Krainz

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Städtische Sukkulentensammlung Zürich, Katalog: 89. 1967.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289528

Common Names

  • Neoraimondia herzogiana
  • Herzog's Neoraimondia
  • Herzog's Star Cactus

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Description

Neoraimondia herzogiana (also called Herzog's pincushion cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico and Central America. It is a globose cactus, with a diameter of up to 10 cm, and up to 15 cm tall. It has a woolly apex, and its spines are yellowish-brown in color. It grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Neoraimondia herzogiana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neoraimondia herzogiana has small, white, star-shaped flowers with long, thin petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neoraimondia herzogiana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and requires well-draining soil. Water deeply, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Neoraimondia herzogiana

Neoraimondia herzogiana is native to the Venezuelan states of Aragua and Miranda.

Neoraimondia herzogiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neoraimondia herzogiana?

Neoraimondia herzogiana

What is the common name of Neoraimondia herzogiana?

Herzog's Ball Cactus

Where is Neoraimondia herzogiana found?

Mexico

Species in the Neoraimondia 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

Franz Buxbaum (1900-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buxb.' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.
Hans Krainz (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krainz' in the authors string.