Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.A.C.Weber) Font & M.Köhler
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
in Phytotaxa 505(3): 267. 2021.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001434934
Common Names
- Salmonopuntia schickendantzii
- Schickendantzii Salmonopuntia
- Foxtail Cactus
Description
Salmonopuntia schickendantzii (also called Schickendantz's Salmonopuntia, among many other common names) is a cactus native to Mexico. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 30cm tall. Its leaves are fleshy and its flowers are yellow and fragrant. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands and heaths.
Uses & Benefits
Salmonopuntia schickendantzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It can also be used for erosion control and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Salmonopuntia schickendantzii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Salmonopuntia schickendantzii is a slow-growing, low-maintenance cactus that is best propagated from cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a healthy plant and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil. Water the cutting lightly and keep in a warm, bright location. The cutting should take root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Salmonopuntia schickendantzii
Salmonopuntia schickendantzii is native to Mexico.
Salmonopuntia schickendantzii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salmonopuntia schickendantzii?
Salmonopuntia schickendantzii
What are the common names of Salmonopuntia schickendantzii?
Schickendantz's salmonopuntia
What is the natural habitat of Salmonopuntia schickendantzii?
It is native to the Canary Islands
Species in the Salmonopuntia 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
Fabián Font: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Font' in the authors string.
Matias Köhler: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Köhler' in the authors string.