Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
leucophaea
ID:
1418076

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Hoxey

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
in Tephrocactus Study Group 15(4): 57. 2009.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430541

Common Names

  • Leucophaea Cumulopuntia
  • Cumulopuntia Leucophaea
  • Leucophaea Cumulopuntia

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Description

Cumulopuntia leucophaea (also called 'White Cumulopuntia', among many other common names) is a small cactus species native to Mexico. It has a globose body, usually with a few ribs, and is covered with white wool and yellowish spines. It grows in rocky areas and in scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Cumulopuntia leucophaea is a species of cactus that is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cumulopuntia leucophaea has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and spiny.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cumulopuntia leucophaea is a fast-growing cactus that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and full sun. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize during the growing season with a balanced cactus fertilizer.

Where to Find Cumulopuntia leucophaea

Cumulopuntia leucophaea is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Cumulopuntia leucophaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cumulopuntia leucophaea?

Cumulopuntia leucophaea

What is the common name of Cumulopuntia leucophaea?

White-Fringed Cholla

What is the natural habitat of Cumulopuntia leucophaea?

Deserts in Mexico and the United States

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

Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Paul Hoxey (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoxey' in the authors string.