Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
glaucus
ID:
1287822

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) L.D.Benson

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 38(2): 53. 1966.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287160

Common Names

  • Glaucus Sclerocactus
  • Sclerocactus glaucus
  • Glaucus Cactus

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Description

Sclerocactus glaucus (also called Blue Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to the United States. It is a small, globular cactus with blue spines and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and grows in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Sclerocactus glaucus is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sclerocactus glaucus is yellow in color, with a diameter of about 2.5 cm. The seed is small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and spiny.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sclerocactus glaucus is a slow-growing cactus that prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, sandy mix and kept moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and allowed to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Sclerocactus glaucus

Sclerocactus glaucus can be found in the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Sclerocactus glaucus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sclerocactus glaucus?

Sclerocactus glaucus

What is the common name of Sclerocactus glaucus?

Glaucous Fishhook Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Sclerocactus glaucus?

Deserts of the southwestern United States

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

Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Lyman David Benson (1909-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.D.Benson' in the authors string.