Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
booleanus
ID:
400132

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.S.Hinton) D.Donati

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Revis. Tasson. Gen. Turbinicarpus: 6. 2003.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399464

Common Names

  • Rapicactus booleanus
  • Booleanus Rapicactus
  • Booleanus False Nettle

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Synonyms

  • Neolloydia booleana (G.S.Hinton) Doweld [unknown]
  • Turbinicarpus booleanus G.S.Hinton [unknown]
  • Rapicactus subterraneus booleanus (G.S.Hinton) Lüthy [unknown]
  • Turbinicarpus mandragora booleanus (G.S.Hinton) Lüthy [unknown]
  • Turbinicarpus subterraneus booleanus (G.S.Hinton) D.R.Hunt [unknown]

Description

Rapicactus booleanus (also called 'Boolean Rapicactus', among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and has small, fleshy leaves that are gray-green in color.

Uses & Benefits

Rapicactus booleanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rapicactus booleanus has small, yellow flowers with white centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Rapicactus booleanus can be done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. The plant should be kept in a sunny location.

Where to Find Rapicactus booleanus

Rapicactus booleanus can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Rapicactus booleanus FAQ

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Cactaceae

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