Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
lemairei
ID:
1290415

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Monv. ex Lem.) Miq. ex Lem.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Hort. Universel 1: 286–289, t. 35. 1840.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289753



Common Names

  • Melocactus lemairei
  • Turk's Cap Cactus
  • Lemairei Melocactus


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Description

Melocactus lemairei (also called Lemaire's Melocactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to South America. It is a small, globular cactus with short, white spines. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Melocactus lemairei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Melocactus lemairei are yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melocactus lemairei is a small, evergreen, succulent shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Melocactus lemairei

Melocactus lemairei can be found in Mexico.

Melocactus lemairei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melocactus lemairei?

Melocactus lemairei

What is the natural habitat of Melocactus lemairei?

It is native to the dry forests of Mexico and Guatemala

What is the size of Melocactus lemairei?

It is a medium-sized cactus, usually reaching a height of up to 30 cm

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

Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Charles Antoine Lemaire (1800-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lem.' in the authors string.
Hippolyte Boissel de Monville (1794-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Monv.' in the authors string.