Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassigibba
ID:
1256679

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Ritter) N.P.Taylor

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 5: 93. 1987.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001256017

Common Names

  • Parodia crassigibba
  • Crassigibba Ball Cactus
  • Parodia crassigibba

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Description

Parodia crassigibba (also called Notocactus crassigibbus, 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 crassigibba is used for ornamental purposes. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parodia crassigibba 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 crassigibba is a slow-growing cactus species that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and should be grown in a sunny location. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. During the winter months, reduce watering even further.

Where to Find Parodia crassigibba

Parodia crassigibba can be found in the wild in Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay.

Parodia crassigibba FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Parodia crassigibba?

Parodia crassigibba prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Parodia crassigibba?

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

How much sunlight does Parodia crassigibba need?

Parodia crassigibba 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

Friedrich Ritter (1898-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Ritter' in the authors string.
Nigel Paul Taylor (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Taylor' in the authors string.