Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
matucanensis
ID:
1289841

Status:
valid

Authors:
Backeb. ex A.W.Hill

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
in Index Kew.: 25. 1938.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289179

Common Names

  • Armatocereus Matucanensis
  • Matucana Armatocereus
  • Matucana Fishbone Cactus

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Description

Armatocereus matucanensis (also called Matucana cactus, and many other common names) is a cactus species native to Peru. It is a columnar cactus, with stems up to 4 m (13 ft) tall, and up to 5 cm (2 in) in diameter. It typically grows in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Armatocereus matucanensis is a cactus species native to Peru. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its purported anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Armatocereus matucanensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of around 2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single stem with small, yellow spines.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Armatocereus matucanensis is a cactus species native to Peru. It is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Armatocereus matucanensis should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Armatocereus matucanensis

Armatocereus matucanensis is native to Peru.

Armatocereus matucanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Armatocereus matucanensis?

Armatocereus matucanensis

What is the common name of Armatocereus matucanensis?

Matucana Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Armatocereus matucanensis?

It is native to Peru

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

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.