Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
multicephalus
ID:
1287002

Status:
valid

Authors:
Halda & Panar. ex Halda

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
in Acta Mus. Richnov., Sect. Nat. 5(1): 40. 1998.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286340

Common Names

  • Many-headed Thelocactus
  • Thelocactus multicephalus
  • Many-headed Thelocactus

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Description

Thelocactus multicephalus (also called Many-Headed Thelocactus, 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

Thelocactus multicephalus is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in rock gardens or as a houseplant. It is also used in xeriscaping, as it is drought-tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thelocactus multicephalus has small, yellow flowers, which are followed by small, brown, winged seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thelocactus multicephalus 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 Thelocactus multicephalus

Thelocactus multicephalus is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Durango, and Zacatecas.

Thelocactus multicephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thelocactus multicephalus?

Thelocactus multicephalus

What is the family of Thelocactus multicephalus?

Cactaceae

Where is Thelocactus multicephalus 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

Josef Jakob Halda (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halda' in the authors string.
Paolo Panarotto: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panar.' in the authors string.