Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
pachypus
ID:
558016

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
in Cactaceae (Berlin) 1942(2): 13. 1942.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557348

Common Names

  • Austrocylindropuntia pachypus
  • Prickly Pear Cactus
  • Teddy Bear Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Cylindropuntia pachypus (K.Schum.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Peruviopuntia pachypus (K.Schum.) Guiggi [unknown]
  • Opuntia pachypus K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Austrocylindropuntia pachypus (also called Pachy Austrocylindropuntia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial cactus with cylindrical stems and small, yellow flowers. It is native to South America, and is found in dry, desert habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Austrocylindropuntia pachypus is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to have calming effects and to help with digestion. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Austrocylindropuntia pachypus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings have a cylindrical shape with a diameter of 1-2 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austrocylindropuntia pachypus is a cactus native to South America. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or autumn.

Where to Find Austrocylindropuntia pachypus

Austrocylindropuntia pachypus can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Austrocylindropuntia pachypus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austrocylindropuntia pachypus?

Austrocylindropuntia pachypus

What is the common name of Austrocylindropuntia pachypus?

Thick-stemmed Austrocylindropuntia

What is the natural habitat of Austrocylindropuntia pachypus?

Austrocylindropuntia pachypus is found in dry grasslands in South America.

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

Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.