Status:
valid
Authors:
Říha
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
in Kaktusy 32(2): 54–58. 1996.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254440
Common Names
- Turbinicarpus Mombergeri
- Momberger's Turbinicarpus
- Momberger's Turbine Cactus
Description
Turbinicarpus mombergeri (also called Momberger's Turbinicarpus, among many other common names) is a small cactus native to Mexico. It has yellow flowers and grows in desert and scrub habitats. It is found in the states of San Luis Potosi and Hidalgo.
Uses & Benefits
Turbinicarpus mombergeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Turbinicarpus mombergeri has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are green and have a diameter of 0.5 cm.
Cultivation and Propagation
Turbinicarpus mombergeri can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Turbinicarpus mombergeri
Turbinicarpus mombergeri is native to Mexico.
Turbinicarpus mombergeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Turbinicarpus mombergeri?
Turbinicarpus mombergeri
What is the common name of Turbinicarpus mombergeri?
Mombergeri Turbinicarpus
What is the habitat of Turbinicarpus mombergeri?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests
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
Jan Říha (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Říha' in the authors string.