Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
vestita
ID:
558033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Salm-Dyck) Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
in Beitr. Sukkulentenk. Sukkulentenpflege 1939: 11. 1939.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557365

Common Names

  • Austrocylindropuntia vestita
  • Fuzzy Cactus
  • Woolly Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Opuntia involuta Otto ex C.F.Först. [unknown]
  • Opuntia heteromorpha Phil. [unknown]
  • Austrocylindropuntia chuquisacana (Cárdenas) F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Austrocylindropuntia vestita chuquisacana (Cárdenas) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Austrocylindropuntia vestita intermedia Backeb. [unknown]
  • Austrocylindropuntia vestita maior Backeb. [unknown]
  • Cylindropuntia teres (Cels ex F.A.C.Weber) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Cylindropuntia vestita (Salm-Dyck) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Pseudotephrocactus vestitus (Salm-Dyck) Frič & Schelle [unknown]
  • Trichopuntia vestita (Salm-Dyck) Guiggi [unknown]
  • Pseudotephrocactus vestitus (Salm-Dyck) Frić [deprecated]
  • Tephrocactus heteromorphus (Phil.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Opuntia chuquisacana Cárdenas [unknown]
  • Opuntia teres Cels ex F.A.C.Weber [unknown]
  • Austrocylindropuntia teres (F.Cels ex F.A.C.Weber) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Opuntia vestita Salm-Dyck [unknown]
  • Opuntia vestita intermedia (Backeb.) Krainz [unknown]
  • Opuntia vestita maior (Backeb.) Krainz [unknown]
  • Opuntia vestita chuquisacana (Cárdenas) G.D.Rowley [unknown]

Description

Austrocylindropuntia vestita (also called Vestite 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 vestita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Austrocylindropuntia vestita 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 vestita is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant cactus species that can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a mature plant and allow it to dry for a few days before planting. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and water it lightly. Place the cutting in a warm, sunny location and water it regularly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Austrocylindropuntia vestita

Austrocylindropuntia vestita can be found in the southwestern United States and Mexico.

Austrocylindropuntia vestita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austrocylindropuntia vestita?

Austrocylindropuntia vestita

What is the common name of Austrocylindropuntia vestita?

Vestite Cholla

Where does Austrocylindropuntia vestita grow?

Austrocylindropuntia vestita is found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas.

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

Joseph zu Salm-Reifferscheidt-Dyck (1773-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salm-Dyck' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.