Details of genus: Aztekium Boed. [1330]
genus_ja:
genus_en:
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accepted: Accepted
Family: Cactaceae
family_ja: サボテン
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distribution_en:
description_en: Genus of one species of very slow-growing, tuberous-rooted, perennial cactus, occurring on scree slopes in N.E. Mexico. It has prominently ribbed stems and produces areoles in rows along the ribs. It occasionally forms compact colonies. In frost-prone regions, grow A. ritteri in a temperate greenhouse; in frost-free climates, it is suitable for a desert garden.
hardiness_en: Frost tender.
cultivation_en:
propagation_en: Sow seed at 13-16°C (55-61°F) in spring, or root semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
pests_en: Mealybugs and root mealybugs may be a problem.
description_ja:
comment:
comment_ja: 花篭(ハナカゴ)
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Update Information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2020-09-04 03:56
family:
| System | Accepted? | Scientific name | Japanese name | Infra-familial classification | # species | |
| APG4 | Cactaceae | サボテン科 | Show | |||
| PB2 | Cactaceae | サボテン科 | Show | |||
| PB3 | Cactaceae | サボテン科 | Show |