Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pfeiff.) Britton & Rose
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1919
Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 1: 32. 1919.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001257523
Common Names
- Pterocactus Tuberosus
- Tuberous Cactus
- Candelabro Cactus
Description
Pterocactus tuberosus (also called Pterocactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to South America. It has a globose to cylindrical shape with tubercles and radial spines. It is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pterocactus tuberosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pterocactus tuberosus has small, yellowish-white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin with a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pterocactus tuberosus is a hardy plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a cold frame in early spring. When propagating by division, it is best to divide the plant in early spring or late summer.
Where to Find Pterocactus tuberosus
Pterocactus tuberosus can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Pterocactus tuberosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterocactus tuberosus?
Pterocactus tuberosus
What is the common name of Pterocactus tuberosus?
Tuberous cactus
Where is Pterocactus tuberosus native to?
It is native to South America.
Species in the Pterocactus genus
Pterocactus gonjianii,
Pterocactus australis,
Pterocactus araucanus,
Pterocactus hickenii,
Pterocactus valentini,
Pterocactus reticulatus,
Pterocactus megliolii,
Pterocactus tuberosus,
Pterocactus fischeri,
Pterocactus neuquensis,
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,