Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
australis
ID:
398621

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.A.C.Weber) Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
in Desert Pl. Life 22: 17. 1950.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397953

Common Names

  • Pterocactus australis
  • Australian Pterocactus
  • Australian Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Opuntia australis F.A.C.Weber [unknown]
  • Pterocactus australis arnoldianus Backeb. [unknown]

Description

Pterocactus australis (also called Southern spine cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico and Central America. It is a shrubby cactus with many thin, cylindrical stems that grow in a fan-like shape. It is found in dry, rocky areas and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocactus australis is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterocactus australis has small white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocactus australis is a cactus that is native to Argentina. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in the spring or summer in a light potting mix.

Where to Find Pterocactus australis

Pterocactus australis is native to Argentina and Chile.

Pterocactus australis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocactus australis?

Pterocactus australis

What is the natural habitat of Pterocactus australis?

Arid regions of South America

What is the growth habit of Pterocactus australis?

A small, succulent cactus

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

Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.
Frédéric Albert Constantin Weber (1830-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.A.C.Weber' in the authors string.