Stenocactus arrigens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Table of Contents
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arrigens
ID:
1421687
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Link ex A.Dietr.) A.Berger
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Kakteen: 346. 1929.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001434152
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Stenocactus arrigens (also called 'Arrigens Stenocactus', 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
Stenocactus arrigens 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 Stenocactus arrigens is yellow and star-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Stenocactus arrigens can be found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca and Veracruz.
Stenocactus arrigens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenocactus arrigens?
Stenocactus arrigens
What is the natural habitat of Stenocactus arrigens?
Deserts of northern Mexico
What is the size of Stenocactus arrigens?
1-2 inches in diameter
Species in the Stenocactus genus
Stenocactus jarmilae, Stenocactus kaplanii, Stenocactus magnificus, Stenocactus multicostatus, Stenocactus sulphureus, Stenocactus vaupelianus, Stenocactus dichroacanthus, Stenocactus lancifer, Stenocactus ochoterenianus, Stenocactus anfractuosus, Stenocactus arrigens, Stenocactus boedekerianus, Stenocactus coptonogonus, Stenocactus crispatus, Stenocactus heteracanthus, Stenocactus lamellosus, Stenocactus obvallatus, Stenocactus pentacanthus, Stenocactus phyllacanthus, Stenocactus tetraxiphus, Stenocactus wippermannii,
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
Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.
Alwin Berger (1871-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Berger' in the authors string.
Albert Gottfried Dietrich (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Dietr.' in the authors string.
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