Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
streckeri
ID:
375900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Van Heek & Van Criek.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 37(5): 105. 1986.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375232



Common Names

  • Streckeri Micranthocereus
  • Micranthocereus Streckeri
  • Streckeri Micranthocereus Cactus


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Synonyms

  • Austrocephalocereus streckeri (Van Heek & Van Criek.) Mottram [unknown]

Description

Micranthocereus streckeri (also called Old Man Cactus, among many other common names) is a cactus native to Mexico and Central America. It has a tall, columnar stem and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Micranthocereus streckeri is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Micranthocereus streckeri has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and triangular in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micranthocereus streckeri is a cactus that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Micranthocereus streckeri

Micranthocereus streckeri can be found in the western United States, from California to Wyoming.

Micranthocereus streckeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micranthocereus streckeri?

Micranthocereus streckeri

What type of plant is Micranthocereus streckeri?

It is a cactus

What is the natural habitat of Micranthocereus streckeri?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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

Werner van Heek (1941-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van Heek' in the authors string.
Louis Van Criekinge (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van Criek.' in the authors string.