Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
guentheri
ID:
1289706

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kupper) Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 23: 149. 1951.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289044

Common Names

  • Vatricania Guentheri
  • Guentheri Barrel Cactus
  • Guentheri Fishhook Cactus

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Description

Vatricania guentheri (also called Guenther's cactus, and many other common names) is a cactus species native to Mexico and the United States. It is a columnar cactus, with stems up to 4 m (13 ft) tall, and up to 5 cm (2 in) in diameter. It typically grows in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vatricania guentheri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vatricania guentheri 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Vatricania guentheri is a columnar cactus species from Mexico and Central America. It is a slow-growing plant that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and full sun to partial shade. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Vatricania guentheri

Vatricania guentheri can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Vatricania guentheri FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Vatricania guentheri?

Vatricania guentheri is native to Peru.

What is the size of Vatricania guentheri?

Vatricania guentheri can grow up to 10 meters tall.

What is the growth rate of Vatricania guentheri?

The growth rate of Vatricania guentheri is slow to moderate.

Species in the Vatricania genus

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

Walter Kupper (1874-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kupper' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.