Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aggeria
ID:
711298

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ralston & Hilsenb.) E.F.Anderson

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 71(6): 324. 1999.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710631

Common Names

  • Grusonia aggeria
  • Agger's Grusonia
  • Agger's Star-Cactus

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Description

Grusonia aggeria (also called Aggeria Grusonia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. It is found in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Grusonia aggeria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Grusonia aggeria has small, yellow flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grusonia aggeria is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Grusonia aggeria

Grusonia aggeria can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Grusonia aggeria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grusonia aggeria?

Grusonia aggeria

What is the common name of Grusonia aggeria?

Aggeria's Grusonia

What is the natural habitat of Grusonia aggeria?

It is native to South Africa and is found growing in dry, rocky areas.

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

Richard A. Hilsenbeck (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilsenb.' in the authors string.
Edward Frederick Anderson (1931-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.F.Anderson' in the authors string.
Barbara E. Ralston: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ralston' in the authors string.