Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
aoracanthus
ID:
1289938

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lem.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Cactées: 89. 1868.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289276

Common Names

  • Tephrocactus Aoracanthus
  • Aoracanthus Tephrocactus
  • Aoracanthus Cactus

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Description

Tephrocactus aoracanthus (also called Aoracanthus cactus, and many other common names) is a cactus species native to Argentina and Uruguay. It is a globose cactus, with stems up to 10 cm (4 in) tall, and up to 10 cm (4 in) in diameter. It typically grows in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrocactus aoracanthus is a cactus species native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its purported anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrocactus aoracanthus has yellow flowers with a diameter of around 1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single stem with small, yellow spines.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrocactus aoracanthus is a cactus species native to Argentina and Uruguay. It is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Tephrocactus aoracanthus should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Tephrocactus aoracanthus

Tephrocactus aoracanthus is native to Argentina.

Tephrocactus aoracanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrocactus aoracanthus?

Tephrocactus aoracanthus

What is the common name of Tephrocactus aoracanthus?

Golden Barrel Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Tephrocactus aoracanthus?

It is native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay

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,