Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
sicariguensis
ID:
1422513

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Croizat & Tamayo) S.Arias & N.Korotkova

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 51(2): 265 (2021)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001434978

Common Names

  • Strophocactus sicariguensis
  • Sicariguensis Strophocactus
  • Sicarigua Cactus

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Description

Strophocactus sicariguensis (also called Sicarigua Strophocactus, among many other common names) is a cactus native to Mexico. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 30cm tall. Its leaves are fleshy and its flowers are yellow and fragrant. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands and heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Strophocactus sicariguensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It can also be used for erosion control and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Strophocactus sicariguensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strophocactus sicariguensis is a small, solitary cactus that grows in clumps. It can be propagated from seed or offsets. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Water sparingly and allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Strophocactus sicariguensis

Strophocactus sicariguensis is native to Mexico.

Strophocactus sicariguensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strophocactus sicariguensis?

Strophocactus sicariguensis

What is the common name of Strophocactus sicariguensis?

Sicariguen Stonecrop

What is the natural habitat of Strophocactus sicariguensis?

Rocky slopes and outcrops

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