Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
klimpelianum
ID:
513734

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Weidlich & Werderm.) Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Kaktus-ABC: 225. 1936.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513066

Common Names

  • Acanthocalycium Klimpelianum
  • Klimpel's Acanthocalycium
  • Klimpel's Hedgehog Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Lobivia klimpeliana (Weidlich & Werderm.) A.Berger [unknown]
  • Echinopsis klimpeliana Weidlich & Werderm. [unknown]
  • Lobivia spiniflora klimpeliana (Weidlich & Werderm.) Rausch [unknown]

Description

Acanthocalycium klimpelianum (also called Klimpel's Acanthocalycium, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent shrub native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has a thick, woody stem and long, narrow, dark green leaves. It produces small, purple flowers in the spring and summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Acanthocalycium klimpelianum is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. Its flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds, and its leaves are used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acanthocalycium klimpelianum has white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acanthocalycium klimpelianum is a hardy, evergreen cactus that is native to Argentina. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is more difficult.

Where to Find Acanthocalycium klimpelianum

Acanthocalycium klimpelianum can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

Acanthocalycium klimpelianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acanthocalycium klimpelianum?

Acanthocalycium klimpelianum

What is the common name of Acanthocalycium klimpelianum?

Klimpelianum Acanthocalycium

Where is Acanthocalycium klimpelianum native to?

Argentina

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

Erich Werdermann (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Werderm.' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.
E. Weidlich: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weidlich' in the authors string.