Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
tuberculatus
ID:
1422208

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Werderm.) Lavor & Calvente

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
in PlantNow 1(2): 64. 2020.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001434673

Common Names

  • Xiquexique tuberculatus
  • Tuberculatus Xiquexique
  • Tuberculatus Barrel Cactus

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Description

Xiquexique tuberculatus (also called Tuberculate Xiquexique, among many other common names) is a cactus native to Mexico. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 30cm tall. Its leaves are fleshy and its flowers are yellow and fragrant. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands and heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Xiquexique tuberculatus has a variety of uses, including as a medicinal plant, for ornamental purposes, and as a food source. It is also used as a natural dye and in traditional ceremonies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xiquexique tuberculatus has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xiquexique tuberculatus is a slow-growing, low-maintenance cactus that is best propagated from cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a healthy plant and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil. Water the cutting lightly and keep in a warm, bright location. The cutting should take root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Xiquexique tuberculatus

Xiquexique tuberculatus is native to the Chihuahuan Desert of Mexico and the United States. It can be found in the states of Coahuila, Durango, Nuevo Leon, San Luis Potosi, and Tamaulipas in Mexico, and in the states of Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas in the United States.

Xiquexique tuberculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xiquexique tuberculatus?

Xiquexique tuberculatus

What are the common names of Xiquexique tuberculatus?

Tuberculate xiquexique

What is the natural habitat of Xiquexique tuberculatus?

It is native to the Canary Islands

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

Erich Werdermann (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Werderm.' in the authors string.
Pâmela Lavor: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavor' in the authors string.
Alice Calvente: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Calvente' in the authors string.