Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
corregidorae
ID:
751064

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Arias & E.Sánchez

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
in Revista Mex. Biodivers. 81(3): 620-624. 2010.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750397

Common Names

  • Strombocactus corregidorae
  • Strombocactus disciformis
  • Strombocactus phyllacanthus

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Description

Strombocactus corregidorae (also called Corregidora Strombocactus, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial native to Mexico. It has rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in rocky, dry areas in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Strombocactus corregidorae is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Strombocactus corregidorae is a white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strombocactus corregidorae is a succulent plant that can be propagated by stem cuttings or offsets. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun. It is best grown in sandy or gravelly soils with plenty of organic matter. It can be propagated by stem cuttings in spring or summer, or by offsets in spring.

Where to Find Strombocactus corregidorae

Strombocactus corregidorae can be found in the deserts of Mexico.

Strombocactus corregidorae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strombocactus corregidorae?

Strombocactus corregidorae

What is the common name of Strombocactus corregidorae?

Mexican ball cactus

What type of climate does Strombocactus corregidorae prefer?

Dry, temperate climate

Species in the Strombocactus genus

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

Salvador Arias Montes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Arias' in the authors string.
Emiliano Sánchez M.: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Sánchez' in the authors string.