Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
hickenii
ID:
398686

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 1: 31. 1919.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398018

Common Names

  • Pterocactus hickenii
  • Hicken's Pterocactus
  • Hicken's Cactus

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Description

Pterocactus hickenii (also called Hicken's 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 hickenii is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterocactus hickenii 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 hickenii is a cactus that is native to Bolivia. 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 hickenii

Pterocactus hickenii is native to Argentina and Chile.

Pterocactus hickenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocactus hickenii?

Pterocactus hickenii

What is the natural habitat of Pterocactus hickenii?

Arid regions of South America

What is the growth habit of Pterocactus hickenii?

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.