Status:
valid
Authors:
Halda & Panar.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
in Acta Mus. Richnov., Sect. Nat. 10: 164. 2003.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000415164
Common Names
- Turbinicarpus assimilis
- Assimilis Cactus
- Assimilis Turbinicarpus
Description
Turbinicarpus assimilis (also called Assimilis Turbinicarpus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus from the family Cactaceae. It is native to the Mexican state of San Luis Potosí. It is found in desert and semi-desert habitats, growing in rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Turbinicarpus assimilis is used as an ornamental plant, as a soil improver, and as a source of fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Turbinicarpus assimilis has small yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Turbinicarpus assimilis is a small, slow-growing cactus that grows in dry, rocky areas. It is propagated by seed or offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in the spring or fall and kept moist until germination. Offsets can be taken in the spring or fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Turbinicarpus assimilis
Turbinicarpus assimilis is native to Mexico.
Turbinicarpus assimilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Turbinicarpus assimilis?
Turbinicarpus assimilis
What is the common name of Turbinicarpus assimilis?
Assimilis turbinicarpus
What is the natural habitat of Turbinicarpus assimilis?
Turbinicarpus assimilis is found in dry, rocky habitats in the Chihuahuan Desert of Mexico.
Species in the Turbinicarpus genus
Turbinicarpus schwarzii,
Turbinicarpus amabilis,
Turbinicarpus admirabilis,
Turbinicarpus adronatus,
Turbinicarpus aemulus,
Turbinicarpus aequalis,
Turbinicarpus agatolepis,
Turbinicarpus amiantus,
Turbinicarpus delicatus,
Turbinicarpus dubeniorum,
Turbinicarpus pulcherrimus,
Turbinicarpus albellus,
Turbinicarpus carneolus,
Turbinicarpus bellatulus,
Turbinicarpus amoenulus,
Turbinicarpus ampliflorus,
Turbinicarpus anomalus,
Turbinicarpus anosmus,
Turbinicarpus antiquorum,
Turbinicarpus ascocalyx,
Turbinicarpus assimilis,
Turbinicarpus asteroides,
Turbinicarpus attenuatus,
Turbinicarpus concinnus,
Turbinicarpus cintiae,
Turbinicarpus bicolor,
Turbinicarpus brachypus,
Turbinicarpus callichromus,
Turbinicarpus calopsis,
Turbinicarpus calozonus,
Turbinicarpus calvescens,
Turbinicarpus camelliflorus,
Turbinicarpus campanularis,
Turbinicarpus candidulus,
Turbinicarpus azanthus,
Turbinicarpus nieblae,
Turbinicarpus graminispinus,
Turbinicarpus mombergeri,
Turbinicarpus alonsoi,
Turbinicarpus bonatzii,
Turbinicarpus gielsdorfianus,
Turbinicarpus hoferi,
Turbinicarpus jauernigii,
Turbinicarpus knuthianus,
Turbinicarpus laui,
Turbinicarpus lophophoroides,
Turbinicarpus pseudopectinatus,
Turbinicarpus rioverdensis,
Turbinicarpus saueri,
Turbinicarpus flaviflorus,
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
Paolo Panarotto: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panar.' in the authors string.