Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
bieblii
ID:
398704

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diers

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 46(11): 259. 1995.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398036

Common Names

  • Pygmaeocereus bieblii
  • Biebl's Pygmaeocereus
  • Biebl's Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Haageocereus bieblii (Diers) Lodé [unknown]

Description

Pygmaeocereus bieblii (also called Biebl'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

Pygmaeocereus bieblii is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pygmaeocereus bieblii sub. kuehhasii (Diers) Ostolaza
Pygmaeocereus bieblii sub. bieblii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pygmaeocereus bieblii 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

Pygmaeocereus bieblii is a cactus that is native to Mexico. 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 Pygmaeocereus bieblii

Pygmaeocereus bieblii is native to Mexico.

Pygmaeocereus bieblii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pygmaeocereus bieblii?

Pygmaeocereus bieblii

What is the common name of Pygmaeocereus bieblii?

Pygmy Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Pygmaeocereus bieblii?

It is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Species in the Pygmaeocereus genus

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