Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
cintiae
ID:
600400

Status:
valid

Authors:
Halda, Malina & Panar.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
in Acta Mus. Richnov., Sect. Nat. 10(2): 151. 2003.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599732



Common Names

  • Chamaezicactus cintiae
  • Cintiae Cactus
  • Garden Cactus


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Description

Chamaezicactus cintiae (also called Cintia's chamaezicactus, among many other common names) is a cactus native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny areas and has thin, wiry stems with small, narrow leaves. It produces small, yellow flowers in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaezicactus cintiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chamaezicactus cintiae are small, yellow and have a star-shaped form. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaezicactus cintiae is a small, slow-growing cactus that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining cactus mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and allowed to dry for a few days before planting. They should be planted in a well-draining cactus mix and kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Chamaezicactus cintiae

Chamaezicactus cintiae can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Chamaezicactus cintiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaezicactus cintiae?

Chamaezicactus cintiae

What is the common name of Chamaezicactus cintiae?

Cintia's Chamaezicactus

What is the natural habitat of Chamaezicactus cintiae?

Tropical and subtropical dry shrublands

Species in the Chamaezicactus 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

Josef Jakob Halda (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halda' in the authors string.
Paolo Panarotto: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panar.' in the authors string.
Miroslav Malina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malina' in the authors string.