Parodia mairanana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cárdenas
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
in Natl. Cact. Succ. J. 12: 84. 1957.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288170
Common Names
- Parodia mairanana
- Mairanana Cactus
- Mairanana Ball Cactus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Parodia mairanana (also called Mairana's Ball Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to South America. It is a globular cactus with a maximum height of 10 cm and a diameter of 8–10 cm. It is found in dry, rocky habitats in Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Uses & Benefits
Parodia mairanana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in landscaping and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Parodia mairanana has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Parodia mairanana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from a healthy plant and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.
Where to Find Parodia mairanana
Parodia mairanana is native to the deserts of South America.
Parodia mairanana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parodia mairanana?
Parodia mairanana
What is the common name of Parodia mairanana?
Mairanana Cactus
What type of climate does Parodia mairanana prefer?
Parodia mairanana prefers warm, dry climates.
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,