Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
cartwrightianus
ID:
1288210

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton & Rose) Backeb. ex A.W.Hill

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Index Kew.: 25. 1938.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287548

Common Names

  • Armatocereus cartwrightianus
  • Cartwright's Columnar Cactus
  • Cartwright's Torch Cactus

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Description

Armatocereus cartwrightianus (also called Cartwright's Cereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Peru and Bolivia. It is a columnar cactus with yellow spines, and can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is found in dry areas, such as rocky slopes and desert scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Armatocereus cartwrightianus is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It has a long blooming period and can produce beautiful flowers in shades of pink, orange, and red. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its roots being used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Armatocereus cartwrightianus has large, white, trumpet-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have thin, green stems and small, oval, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Armatocereus cartwrightianus is a slow-growing cactus that prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is propagated by seed or offsets. It is sensitive to overwatering, so it should be watered only when the soil is dry.

Where to Find Armatocereus cartwrightianus

Armatocereus cartwrightianus is native to Peru.

Armatocereus cartwrightianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Armatocereus cartwrightianus?

Armatocereus cartwrightianus

What is the common name of Armatocereus cartwrightianus?

Cartwright's Armatocereus

What is the natural habitat of Armatocereus cartwrightianus?

It is native to the Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and 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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Arthur William Hill (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.W.Hill' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.