Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
trichosora
ID:
1256860

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pic.Serm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 53(1-2): 266 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001256198

Common Names

  • Trichosora Blotiella
  • Blotiella trichosora
  • Trichosora Blotiella

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Description

Blotiella trichosora (also called B. trichosora, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a globose cactus with up to 30 ribs, and yellow flowers. It grows in dry scrub and grasslands, at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Blotiella trichosora is an attractive ornamental plant, often grown for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used as a houseplant and in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blotiella trichosora has small yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blotiella trichosora is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or offsets. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. During the winter, reduce watering.

Where to Find Blotiella trichosora

Blotiella trichosora is found in the wild in Australia.

Blotiella trichosora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blotiella trichosora?

Blotiella trichosora

What is the common name of Blotiella trichosora?

Trichosorus Blotiella

What is the natural habitat of Blotiella trichosora?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Dennstaedtiaceae family

Blotiella bouxiniana, Blotiella crenata, Blotiella isaloensis, Blotiella marojejyensis, Blotiella coursii, Blotiella reducta, Blotiella glabra, Blotiella natalensis, Blotiella lindeniana, Blotiella madagascariensis, Blotiella mannii, Blotiella currorii, Blotiella pubescens, Blotiella tisserantii, Blotiella hieronymi, Blotiella sinuata, Blotiella stipitata, Blotiella trichosora, Blotiella coriacea, Blotiella confusa, Blotiella lanceifolia, Dennstaedtia ampla, Dennstaedtia canaliculata, Dennstaedtia dennstaedtioides, Dennstaedtia elmeri, Dennstaedtia fusca, Dennstaedtia glabrata, Dennstaedtia hooveri, Dennstaedtia inermis, Dennstaedtia macgregorii, Dennstaedtia magnifica, Dennstaedtia merrillii, Dennstaedtia novoguineensis, Dennstaedtia parksii, Dennstaedtia penicillifera, Dennstaedtia remota, Dennstaedtia resinifera, Dennstaedtia rufidula, Dennstaedtia samoensis, Dennstaedtia shawii, Dennstaedtia sumatrana, Dennstaedtia terminalis, Dennstaedtia williamsii, Dennstaedtia hirsuta, Dennstaedtia punctilobula, Dennstaedtia scandens, Dennstaedtia smithii, Dennstaedtia wilfordii, Dennstaedtia anthriscifolia, Dennstaedtia madagascariensis,