Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
despainii
ID:
1288973

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.L.Welsh & Goodrich

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
in Great Basin Naturalist 40: 83-86. 1980.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288311

Common Names

  • Pediocactus Despainii
  • Despain's Pediocactus
  • Despain's Cactus

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Description

Pediocactus despainii (also called Despain's Fishhook Cactus, among many other common names) is a low-growing cactus native to the southwestern United States. It has short, cylindrical stems with spines and yellow flowers. It is found in dry forests and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pediocactus despainii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pediocactus despainii are yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pediocactus despainii can be propagated by seed or offsets. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water sparingly during the summer and provide a deep watering during the winter. Fertilize during the growing season with a cactus fertilizer.

Where to Find Pediocactus despainii

Pediocactus despainii is native to the United States.

Pediocactus despainii FAQ

What is the growth rate of Pediocactus despainii?

Pediocactus despainii is a slow-growing cactus species.

What is the flowering season of Pediocactus despainii?

Pediocactus despainii typically flowers in the spring.

What is the ideal temperature range for Pediocactus despainii?

Pediocactus despainii prefers temperatures between 50-70°F (10-21°C).

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

Stanley Larson Welsh (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Welsh' in the authors string.
Sherel Goodrich (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goodrich' in the authors string.