Tephrocactus molinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
molinensis
ID:
1290005
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Speg.) Backeb.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
in Cactus (Paris) 38: 249. 1953.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289343
Common Names
- Tephrocactus Molinensis
- Molinensis Tephrocactus
- Molinensis Cactus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tephrocactus molinensis (also called Molina's Tephrocactus, among many other common names) is a cactus native to Argentina. It is found in dry, rocky habitats and has a flattened, oval shape with yellow spines. It has yellow flowers and red fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrocactus molinensis 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
The flower of Tephrocactus molinensis is white or pinkish, with a diameter of up to 5 cm. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are usually solitary and have a globose shape.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tephrocactus molinensis is a slow-growing cactus native to the Sonoran Desert in Arizona and Mexico. It can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take stem cuttings from the plant in spring or summer and allow them to dry out for a few days before planting. Plant the cuttings in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, sunny location. Water the cuttings regularly until they are established.
Where to Find Tephrocactus molinensis
Tephrocactus molinensis is native to Argentina and Uruguay.
Tephrocactus molinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrocactus molinensis?
Tephrocactus molinensis
What is the common name of Tephrocactus molinensis?
Molina's Hedgehog Cactus
What type of plant is Tephrocactus molinensis?
Cactus
Species in the Tephrocactus genus
Tephrocactus neoglomeratus, Tephrocactus paediophilus, Tephrocactus neopentlandii, Tephrocactus bonnieae, Tephrocactus weberi, Tephrocactus recurvatus, Tephrocactus verschaffeltii, Tephrocactus articulatus, Tephrocactus aoracanthus, Tephrocactus nigrispinus, Tephrocactus alexanderi, Tephrocactus geometricus, Tephrocactus halophilus, Tephrocactus molinensis,
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
Carlos Luigi Spegazzini (1858-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speg.' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.
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