Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
militaris
ID:
558867

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Audot) Bravo ex Sánchez-Mej.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 45: 174. 1973.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558199

Common Names

  • Backebergia militaris
  • Militaris Backebergia
  • Militaris Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Mitrocereus chrysomallus (Lem.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Mitrocereus militaris (Audot) Bravo [unknown]
  • Pilocereus militaris Salm-Dyck [unknown]
  • Pilocereus chrysomallus Lem. [unknown]
  • Pachycereus militaris (Audot) D.R.Hunt [valid]
  • Backebergia chrysomallus (Lem.) Bravo [unknown]
  • Cephalocereus chrysomallus (Lem.) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Cephalocereus militaris (Audot) H.E.Moore [unknown]
  • Cereus chrysomallus (Lem.) Lem. [unknown]
  • Cereus militaris Audot [unknown]
  • Pachycereus militaris (Audot) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Mitrocereus chrysomallus (Audot) Bravo ex Buxb. [unknown]
  • Backebergia militaris (Audot) Bravo [invalid]

Description

Backebergia militaris (also called Military Backebergia, among many other common names) is an annual herb. It is native to South America, and is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands and scrublands. It has a low-growing, spreading habit, with small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Backebergia militaris is an ornamental shrub that is used to add color and texture to gardens and landscaping. It is also used to create hedges and borders. The flowers of this plant are often used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Backebergia militaris has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Backebergia militaris is an epiphytic orchid native to Mexico. It should be grown in a pot with a well-draining, bark-based potting mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done by division of the pseudobulbs.

Where to Find Backebergia militaris

Backebergia militaris can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Backebergia militaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Backebergia militaris?

Backebergia militaris

What is the common name of Backebergia militaris?

Military Backebergia

What is the natural habitat of Backebergia militaris?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Backebergia genus

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

Helia Bravo (1901-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bravo' in the authors string.
N. Audot (1900-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Audot' in the authors string.
Hernándo Sánchez-Mejorada (1926-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sánchez-Mej.' in the authors string.