Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
buenekeri
ID:
652606

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.R.Abraham

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 38: 284. 1987.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651938



Common Names

  • Discocactus buenekeri
  • Buenekeri Discocactus
  • Buenekeri Cactus


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Synonyms

  • Discocactus zehntneri buenekeri (W.R.Abraham) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]

Description

Discocactus buenekeri (also called 'Bueneker's Discocactus', among many other common names) is a species of cactus in the family Cactaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Discocactus buenekeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Discocactus buenekeri has white flowers with yellow anthers and a three-lobed seed capsule. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Discocactus buenekeri is a cactus native to Brazil. It is easy to propagate by seed or stem cuttings. To cultivate, it needs a well-draining soil mix and bright, direct light. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Discocactus buenekeri

Discocactus buenekeri is native to the tropical forests of Brazil.

Discocactus buenekeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Discocactus buenekeri?

Discocactus buenekeri

What is the common name of Discocactus buenekeri?

No common name

Where is Discocactus buenekeri found?

Discocactus buenekeri is found in Brazil

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