Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
huascha
ID:
1421667

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.A.C.Weber) Schlumpb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
in Cactaceae Syst. Init. 29: 5. 2013.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001434132

Common Names

  • Soehrensia huascha
  • Huascha Soehrensia
  • Huascha Cactus

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Description

Soehrensia huascha (also called 'Huascha Soehrensia', among many other common names) is a small, globular cactus with a dense covering of yellow spines. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky areas and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Soehrensia huascha is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional ceremonies and as a natural dye.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Soehrensia huascha sub. huascha
Soehrensia huascha sub. robusta (Rausch) Schlumpb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Soehrensia huascha is yellow and star-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Soehrensia huascha is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water the plants regularly and fertilize them every few weeks. Pruning is not necessary, but it can help to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Soehrensia huascha

Soehrensia huascha is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

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

Frédéric Albert Constantin Weber (1830-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.A.C.Weber' in the authors string.
Boris O. Schlumpberger (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schlumpb.' in the authors string.