Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
eichlamii
ID:
370460

Status:
valid

Authors:
Quehl

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
in Monatsschr. Kakteenk. 18(5): 65–66. 1908.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000369792



Common Names

  • Mammillaria eichlamii
  • Eichlam's Pincushion Cactus
  • Eichlam's Fishhook Cactus


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Synonyms

  • Mammillaria voburnensis eichlamii (Quehl) Repp. [unknown]
  • Mammillaria voburnensis eichlamii (Quehl) D.R.Hunt [unknown]
  • Neomammillaria eichlamii (Quehl) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Mammillaria woburnensis eichlamii (Quehl) D.R.Hunt [unknown]
  • Mammillaria woburnensis eichlamii (Quehl) Repp. [unknown]

Description

Mammillaria eichlamii (also called Eichlam's Pincushion Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to the Mexican state of Michoacán. It is a small, globose cactus with tubercles and yellow flowers. It grows in rocky, desert habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mammillaria eichlamii is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as an ingredient in essential oils. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and digestive issues. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mammillaria eichlamii has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mammillaria eichlamii is a slow-growing, evergreen cactus that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be planted in a rooting medium and kept moist until they have germinated.

Where to Find Mammillaria eichlamii

Mammillaria eichlamii is native to Mexico.

Mammillaria eichlamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mammillaria eichlamii?

Mammillaria eichlamii

What is the common name of Mammillaria eichlamii?

Eichlam's Pincushion Cactus

What is the growth habit of Mammillaria eichlamii?

It is a small, globose cactus that grows up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall.

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