Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rausch) Schlumpb.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
in Cactaceae Syst. Init. 28: 31. 2012.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001434142
Description
Soehrensia vasquezii (also called 'Vasquez's 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 vasquezii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin ailments and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Soehrensia vasquezii is yellow and star-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Soehrensia vasquezii 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 vasquezii
Soehrensia vasquezii can be found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca and Veracruz.
Species in the Soehrensia genus
Soehrensia formosa,
Soehrensia smrziana,
Soehrensia allagantha,
Soehrensia bruchii,
Soehrensia angelesiae,
Soehrensia arboricola,
Soehrensia camarguensis,
Soehrensia candicans,
Soehrensia caulescens,
Soehrensia crassicaulis,
Soehrensia fabrisii,
Soehrensia grandiflora,
Soehrensia hahniana,
Soehrensia huascha,
Soehrensia lobivioides,
Soehrensia quadratiumbonata,
Soehrensia schickendantzii,
Soehrensia spachiana,
Soehrensia strigosa,
Soehrensia tarijensis,
Soehrensia thelegona,
Soehrensia thelegonoides,
Soehrensia vasquezii,
Soehrensia volliana,
Soehrensia walteri,
Soehrensia serpentina,
Soehrensia sandiensis,
Soehrensia mendocina,
Soehrensia shaferi,
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,