Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
concinna
ID:
1256673

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Monv.) N.P.Taylor

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 5: 93. 1987.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001256011

Common Names

  • Parodia concinna
  • Concinna Ball Cactus
  • Parodia concinna

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Description

Parodia concinna (also called Notocactus concinnus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay. It is a globose cactus that grows up to 10 cm in diameter and up to 12 cm tall. It has 12-17 ribs and yellow to orange flowers. It grows in rocky soils in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Parodia concinna is used for ornamental purposes. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parodia concinna has yellow-orange flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are about 5 cm tall and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parodia concinna can be propagated by seed or by offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Offsets should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the offsets have rooted.

Where to Find Parodia concinna

Parodia concinna can be found in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico.

Parodia concinna FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Parodia concinna?

Parodia concinna prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Parodia concinna?

Parodia concinna prefers a well-draining, sandy soil mix.

How much sunlight does Parodia concinna need?

Parodia concinna prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

Species in the Parodia genus

Parodia claviceps, Parodia nothorauschii, Parodia neohorstii, Parodia microsperma, Parodia carambeiensis, Parodia camblayoides, Parodia stockingeri, Parodia rechensis, Parodia gaucha, Parodia neobuenekeri, Parodia mammulosa, Parodia ottonis, Parodia linkii, Parodia schumanniana, Parodia comarapana, Parodia ocampoi, Parodia schwebsiana, Parodia gibbulosa, Parodia prestoensis, Parodia curvispina, Parodia erubescens, Parodia langsdorfii, Parodia tenuicylindrica, Parodia alacriportana, Parodia allosiphon, Parodia aureicentra, Parodia buiningii, Parodia chrysacanthion, Parodia commutans, Parodia concinna, Parodia crassigibba, Parodia erinacea, Parodia formosa, Parodia fusca, Parodia haselbergii, Parodia hausteiniana, Parodia herteri, Parodia horstii, Parodia maassii, Parodia magnifica, Parodia horrida, Parodia mueller-melchersii, Parodia muricata, Parodia nigrispina, Parodia nivosa, Parodia oxycostata, Parodia procera, Parodia ritteri, Parodia scopa, Parodia stuemeri,

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

Hippolyte Boissel de Monville (1794-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Monv.' in the authors string.
Nigel Paul Taylor (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Taylor' in the authors string.