Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
dichroacanthus
ID:
1286960

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart. ex Pfeiff.) A.Berger ex Backeb. & F.M.Knuth

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Kaktus-ABC: 354. 1936.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286298

Common Names

  • Two-colored Stenocactus
  • Stenocactus dichroacanthus
  • Two-colored Stenocactus

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Description

Stenocactus dichroacanthus (also called Two-Colored Stenocactus, among many other common names) is a cactus species with a globose to cylindrical stem, reaching up to 10 cm in height. It is native to Mexico, and is found in desert and semi-desert habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stenocactus dichroacanthus is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Stenocactus dichroacanthus sub. dichroacanthus
Stenocactus dichroacanthus sub. violaciflorus (Quehl) U.Guzmán & Vazq.-Ben.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Stenocactus dichroacanthus are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenocactus dichroacanthus is a cactus native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Stenocactus dichroacanthus

Stenocactus dichroacanthus is native to the Mexican states of Chihuahua, Durango, and Zacatecas. It is found in rocky areas and dry slopes at elevations of 1,200–2,000 m.

Stenocactus dichroacanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenocactus dichroacanthus?

Stenocactus dichroacanthus

What is the family of Stenocactus dichroacanthus?

Cactaceae

Where is Stenocactus dichroacanthus 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

Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Alwin Berger (1871-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Berger' in the authors string.
Ludwig Karl Georg Pfeiffer (1805-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pfeiff.' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.
Frederik Marcus Knuth (1904-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Knuth' in the authors string.