Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
echinacea
ID:
629969

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Ritter) F.Ritter

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Kakteen Südamerika 3: 884. 1980.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629301

Common Names

  • Cumulopuntia Echinacea
  • Echinacea Cactus
  • Pincushion Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Opuntia echinacea (F.Ritter) A.E.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus echinaceus F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Cumulopuntia boliviana echinacea (F.Ritter) D.R.Hunt [valid]
  • Maihueniopsis boliviana echinacea (F.Ritter) Faúndez & R.Kiesling [unknown]

Description

Cumulopuntia echinacea (also called Echinacea Pincushion Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a small, globose cactus, up to 4 inches (10 cm) tall and up to 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter. It grows in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 5,000 feet (1,500 m).

Uses & Benefits

Cumulopuntia echinacea is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cumulopuntia echinacea has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cumulopuntia echinacea is a low-growing, clumping cactus that is native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F (-23°C).

Where to Find Cumulopuntia echinacea

Cumulopuntia echinacea is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and is often found in desert scrub and chaparral habitats.

Cumulopuntia echinacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cumulopuntia echinacea?

Cumulopuntia echinacea

What are the uses of Cumulopuntia echinacea?

Cumulopuntia echinacea is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruits.

What is the origin of Cumulopuntia echinacea?

Cumulopuntia echinacea is native to Mexico and parts of Central America.

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