Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
libertadensis
ID:
1418097

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rebman

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
in Madroño 62: 58. 2015.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430562

Common Names

  • Libertadensis Cylindropuntia
  • Cylindropuntia Libertadensis
  • Libertadensis Cylindropuntia

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Description

Cylindropuntia libertadensis (also called Libertad Cholla, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a shrubby, clumping cactus with short, cylindrical stems that can reach up to 30 centimeters in height. Its stems are covered in small, white spines and are topped with large, yellow flowers. It is typically found in dry, desert habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cylindropuntia libertadensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak or a living fence. The plant is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cylindropuntia libertadensis has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cylindropuntia libertadensis 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 Cylindropuntia libertadensis

Cylindropuntia libertadensis is native to the Mexican state of Sonora.

Cylindropuntia libertadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cylindropuntia libertadensis?

Cylindropuntia libertadensis

What is the common name of Cylindropuntia libertadensis?

Libertad Cholla

What is the natural habitat of Cylindropuntia libertadensis?

Deserts in Mexico and the United States

Species in the Cylindropuntia genus

Cylindropuntia abyssi, Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa, Cylindropuntia alcahes, Cylindropuntia anteojoensis, Cylindropuntia antoniae, Cylindropuntia arbuscula, Cylindropuntia bigelovii, Cylindropuntia californica, Cylindropuntia calmalliana, Cylindropuntia campii, Cylindropuntia caribaea, Cylindropuntia cholla, Cylindropuntia ciribe, Cylindropuntia davisii, Cylindropuntia delgadilloana, Cylindropuntia densiaculeata, Cylindropuntia deserta, Cylindropuntia echinocarpa, Cylindropuntia fosbergii, Cylindropuntia fulgida, Cylindropuntia ganderi, Cylindropuntia grantiorum, Cylindropuntia hystrix, Cylindropuntia imbricata, Cylindropuntia kelvinensis, Cylindropuntia kleiniae, Cylindropuntia leptocaulis, Cylindropuntia media, Cylindropuntia molesta, Cylindropuntia multigeniculata, Cylindropuntia munzii, Cylindropuntia pallida, Cylindropuntia parryi, Cylindropuntia prolifera, Cylindropuntia ramosissima, Cylindropuntia tesajo, Cylindropuntia thurberi, Cylindropuntia tunicata, Cylindropuntia whipplei, Cylindropuntia wolfii, Cylindropuntia lindsayi, Cylindropuntia sanfelipensis, Cylindropuntia santamaria, Cylindropuntia viridiflora, Cylindropuntia bernardina, Cylindropuntia cedrosensis, Cylindropuntia chuckwallensis, Cylindropuntia libertadensis, Cylindropuntia waltoniorum, Cylindropuntia perrita,

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

Jon Paul Rebman (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rebman' in the authors string.