Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
rauhii
ID:
549299

Status:
valid

Authors:
Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Descr. Cact. Nov. 1: 13. 1957.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548631

Common Names

  • Armatocereus rauhii
  • Rauh's Cactus
  • Rauhii Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Armatocereus maranionensis Krainz & F.Ritter [unknown]

Description

Armatocereus rauhii (also called Rauh's Armatocereus, among many other common names) is a cactus native to tropical America. It has a cylindrical stem and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and up to 8 cm long. It is found in dry savannas, deserts, and dry meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Armatocereus rauhii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Armatocereus rauhii sub. balsasensis (F.Ritter) Ostolaza
Armatocereus rauhii sub. rauhii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Armatocereus rauhii has small, yellowish-green flowers with three petals. Its seeds are small, round, and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Armatocereus rauhii is a cactus species native to Peru. It is a slow-growing, columnar cactus that can reach up to 4 m (13 ft) in height. It is best propagated from seed, which can be sown in a well-draining soil mix. It prefers a warm, sunny location and needs regular watering during the summer months.

Where to Find Armatocereus rauhii

Armatocereus rauhii is native to Peru.

Armatocereus rauhii FAQ

What is the growth rate of Armatocereus rauhii?

Armatocereus rauhii is a slow-growing, evergreen vine.

What is the light requirement of Armatocereus rauhii?

Armatocereus rauhii prefers partial shade to full sun.

What is the soil requirement of Armatocereus rauhii?

Armatocereus rauhii prefers well-drained, fertile soil.

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