Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
zehntneri
ID:
652687

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 3: 218–219. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652019



Common Names

  • Zehntneri Discocactus
  • Zehntneri Discocacti
  • Zehntneri Discocactuses


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Synonyms

  • Discocactus albispinus Buining & Brederoo [unknown]
  • Discocactus zehntneri albispinus (Buining & Brederoo) Říha [unknown]
  • Discocactus zehntneri albispinus (Buining & Brederoo) P.J.Braun [unknown]
  • Discocactus zehntneri albispinus (Buining & Brederoo) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]
  • Echinocactus zehntneri (Britton & Rose) Luetzelb. [unknown]
  • Discocactus zehntneri alspinus (Buining & Brederoo) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]

Description

Discocactus zehntneri (also called 'Zehntner'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 zehntneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Discocactus zehntneri sub. boomianus (Buining & Brederoo) N.P.Taylor & Zappi
Discocactus zehntneri sub. zehntneri

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Discocactus zehntneri 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 zehntneri is a cactus species native to Brazil. It is a small cactus, growing up to 4 cm in diameter and up to 6 cm tall. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix, in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or by offsets.

Where to Find Discocactus zehntneri

Discocactus zehntneri is found in the tropical forests of Brazil.

Discocactus zehntneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Discocactus zehntneri?

Discocactus zehntneri

What type of plant is Discocactus zehntneri?

Cactus

What are the care requirements for Discocactus zehntneri?

Discocactus zehntneri requires bright light, well-draining soil, and occasional watering.

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.