Details of Genus: Pediocactus Britton & Rose (1913)
ID: 1323
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# spp.: 7 (from genus_families table) | 2 (from names table)
Accepted: Accepted
Family: Cactaceae
Family ja: サボテン
Infra familial classification: Subfamily Cactoideae
Citation:| Data source | Kind of information | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kew Gardens (2017) Plants of the world online (POWO). Accessed on 05 Sep 2023 | Scientific name & others | Show this Data source |
Distribution en: NW. & W. Central U.S.A.
Description en: Genus of about 6 species of simple or clustering, spherical, perennial cacti occurring in rocky terrain in W. and S. USA. The spiny stems have spiralling, tuberculate ribs. Bell-shaped flowers are produced near or at the stem tips, followed by spherical, pink or greenish yellow fruits. Where temperatures drop below 2°C (36°F), grow as houseplants or in a cool greenhouse. In warmer areas, grow in a raised bed or desert garden.
Hardiness en: Frost tender.
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Propagation en: Sow seed at 19-24°C (66-75°F) in spring.
Pests en: Susceptible to mealybugs early in the growing season.
Description ja:
Comment: W U.S.
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Update information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2023-09-05 11:29 by hkokubun@mac.com
Family:
| System | Accepted? | Botanical name | Japanese name | Infra-familial classification | # species | |
| APG4 | Accepted | Cactaceae | サボテン科 | Subfamily Cactoideae | 7 | Show |
| PB2 | Cactaceae | サボテン科 | Subfamily Cactoideae | Show | ||
| PB3 | Cactaceae | サボテン科 | Subfamily Cactoideae | Show |