Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
kirkii
ID:
610060

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 9: 175 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609392

Common Names

  • Cleistochlamys Kirkii
  • Kirki's Rat Tail Cactus
  • Kirki's Silver Torch Cactus

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Description

Cleistochlamys kirkii (also called Kirk's Cleistochlamys, among many other common names) is a cactus species native to Bolivia. It is a columnar cactus with short, yellow spines and white flowers. It grows in rocky areas and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistochlamys kirkii is a popular ornamental plant, used as a houseplant or in outdoor gardens. It is also used to make medicine to treat stomach and intestinal problems, as well as to reduce fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleistochlamys kirkii has yellow flowers with white stripes. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistochlamys kirkii can be propagated by seed or by stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a variety of soils. It can be propagated by stem cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Cleistochlamys kirkii

Cleistochlamys kirkii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Cleistochlamys kirkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistochlamys kirkii?

Cleistochlamys kirkii

What is the common name of Cleistochlamys kirkii?

Kirk's Cleistochlamys

What is the natural habitat of Cleistochlamys kirkii?

Cleistochlamys kirkii is found in dry, rocky areas in South America.

Species in the Cleistochlamys genus

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:72604-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.