Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
papyracanthus
ID:
1290212

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engelm.) N.P.Taylor

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 5: 94. 1987.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289550

Common Names

  • Sclerocactus papyracanthus
  • Papyracanthus Sclerocactus
  • Papyracanthus Paper Spined Cactus

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Description

Sclerocactus papyracanthus (also called Papery fishhook cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to the United States. It is a globose cactus, with a diameter of up to 10 cm, and up to 15 cm tall. It has a woolly apex, and its spines are yellowish-brown in color. It grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sclerocactus papyracanthus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sclerocactus papyracanthus has small, white, star-shaped flowers with long, thin petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sclerocactus papyracanthus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and requires well-draining soil. Water deeply, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Sclerocactus papyracanthus

Sclerocactus papyracanthus is native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico.

Sclerocactus papyracanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sclerocactus papyracanthus?

Sclerocactus papyracanthus

What is the common name of Sclerocactus papyracanthus?

Paper Spine Cactus

Where is Sclerocactus papyracanthus found?

Mexico

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

George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.
Nigel Paul Taylor (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Taylor' in the authors string.