Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
godingianus
ID:
1288208

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton & Rose) Backeb. ex E.Salisb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Index Kew.: 20. 1947.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287546

Common Names

  • Armatocereus godingianus
  • Goding's Torch Cactus
  • Goding's Columnar Cactus

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Description

Armatocereus godingianus (also called Goding's Cereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Peru and Bolivia. It is a columnar cactus with white 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 godingianus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Armatocereus godingianus sub. brevispinus (Madsen) D.R.Hunt
Armatocereus godingianus sub. godingianus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Armatocereus godingianus 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 godingianus 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 godingianus

Armatocereus godingianus is native to Peru.

Armatocereus godingianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Armatocereus godingianus?

Armatocereus godingianus

What is the common name of Armatocereus godingianus?

Goding's Armatocereus

What is the natural habitat of Armatocereus godingianus?

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.
Edward James Salisbury (1886-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Salisb.' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.