Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
cuicatecanum
ID:
747673

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Reyes, Joel Pérez & Brachet) Kimnach

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 82: 125 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000747006



Common Names

  • Cuicatecanum Pachyphytum
  • Cuicatecanum Pachyphytu
  • Cuicatecanum Pachyphyt


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Synonyms

  • Echeveria cuicatecana J.Reyes, Joel Pérez & Brachet [unknown]

Description

Pachyphytum cuicatecanum (also called Cuicatec Pachyphytum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Crassulaceae family. It is native to Mexico. This plant is usually found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist forests, and tropical and subtropical dry shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Pachyphytum cuicatecanum is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties such as anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pachyphytum cuicatecanum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachyphytum cuicatecanum is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Pachyphytum cuicatecanum requires little maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions.

Where to Find Pachyphytum cuicatecanum

Pachyphytum cuicatecanum is native to Mexico and can be found in the state of Oaxaca.

Pachyphytum cuicatecanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachyphytum cuicatecanum?

Pachyphytum cuicatecanum

What is the natural habitat of Pachyphytum cuicatecanum?

Tropical forests

What is the average height of Pachyphytum cuicatecanum?

Up to 0.5 meters

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

Myron William Kimnach (1922-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kimnach' in the authors string.
Jerónimo Reyes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Reyes' in the authors string.
Christian Brachet (d.1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brachet' in the authors string.
Joel Pérez Crisanto: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Joel Pérez' in the authors string.