Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
microsphaerica
ID:
439856

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) P.V.Heath

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
in Calyx 2(2): 64. 1992.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439188

Common Names

  • Schlumbergera microsphaerica
  • Microsphaeric Schlumbergera
  • Microsphaeric Christmas Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Trichocereus microsphaericus (K.Schum.) H.P.Kelsey & Dayton [unknown]
  • Zygocactus obtusangulus (K.Schum.) Loefgr. [unknown]
  • Zygocactus microsphaericus (K.Schum.) Buxb. [unknown]
  • Schlumbergera microsphaerica Hoevel [invalid]
  • Schlumbergera candida (Loefgr.) Hoevel [unknown]
  • Schlumbergera microsphaerica candida (Loefgr.) D.R.Hunt [unknown]
  • Arthrocereus microsphaericus (K.Schum.) A.Berger [unknown]
  • Cereus microsphaericus K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Cereus obtusangulus K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Cereus parvulus K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Epiphyllanthus candidus (Loefgr.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Epiphyllanthus microsphaericus (K.Schum.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Epiphyllanthus obtusangulus (K.Schum.) A.Berger [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum candidum Barb.Rodr. ex Loefgr. [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum obtusangulum (K.Schum.) Lindl. ex K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Zygocactus candidus Loefgr. [unknown]
  • Cereus anomalus K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Schlumbergera obtusangula (K.Schum.) D.R.Hunt [unknown]
  • Epiphyllanthus microsphaericus candidus (Loefgr.) Doweld [unknown]
  • Schlumbergera microsphaerica candida (Loefgr.) Süpplie [invalid]
  • Schlumbergera microsphaerica obtusangula (K.Schum.) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Schlumbergera microsphaerica parvula (K.Schum.) P.V.Heath [unknown]

Description

Schlumbergera microsphaerica (also called Christmas Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Brazil. It is a shrub-like cactus with long, segmented stems and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in the crevices of rocks and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Schlumbergera microsphaerica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as cut flowers for bouquets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, fever, and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schlumbergera microsphaerica has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, white seed pods. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schlumbergera microsphaerica is an epiphytic cactus that grows up to 30 cm tall. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is by stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and warm until they root.

Where to Find Schlumbergera microsphaerica

Schlumbergera microsphaerica can be found in the tropical rainforests of Brazil.

Schlumbergera microsphaerica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schlumbergera microsphaerica?

Schlumbergera microsphaerica

What is the common name of Schlumbergera microsphaerica?

Small-sphered Schlumbergera

Where is Schlumbergera microsphaerica found?

Schlumbergera microsphaerica is found in Brazil

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

Paul V. Heath (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.V.Heath' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.