Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robertsii
ID:
508003

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rebman

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
in Madroño 53: 278. 2006.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507335

Common Names

  • Grusonia Robertsii
  • Robertsii Grusonia
  • Robertsii's Grusonia

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Synonyms

  • Corynopuntia robertsii (Rebman) Bulot & Solichon [unknown]

Description

Grusonia robertsii (also called Roberts' grusonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cactaceae family. It is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico, and grows in grasslands, scrub, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Grusonia robertsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grusonia robertsii is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grusonia robertsii is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought and frost tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is also suitable for container growing.

Where to Find Grusonia robertsii

Grusonia robertsii can be found in Mexico.

Grusonia robertsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grusonia robertsii?

Grusonia robertsii

What are the common names of Grusonia robertsii?

Roberts' Grusonia

Where is Grusonia robertsii found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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