Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
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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Description

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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Where to Find Stenocactus arrigens

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 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.