Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
liliputana
ID:
567615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Werderm.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
in Kakteenkunde: 162. 1937.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566947

Common Names

  • Blossfeldia liliputana
  • Liliputana Blossfeldia
  • Liliputana Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Blossfeldia atroviridis F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Blossfeldia atroviridis intermedia F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Blossfeldia campaniflora Backeb. [invalid]
  • Blossfeldia fechseri Backeb. [unknown]
  • Blossfeldia liliputana atroviridis (F.Ritter) Krainz [unknown]
  • Blossfeldia liliputana caineana Cárdenas [unknown]
  • Blossfeldia liliputana campaniflora (Backeb.) Krainz [invalid]
  • Blossfeldia liliputana fechseri (Backeb.) Krainz [invalid]
  • Blossfeldia liliputana formosa F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Blossfeldia liliputana pedicellata (F.Ritter) Krainz [unknown]
  • Blossfeldia minima F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Blossfeldia pedicellata F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Parodia liliputana (Werderm.) N.P.Taylor [unknown]
  • Blossfeldia flocculosa F.Ritter [invalid]
  • Blossfeldia liliputana campaniflora (Backeb.) Krainz [invalid]
  • Blossfeldia liliputana fechseri (Backeb.) Krainz [invalid]
  • Blossfeldia minima caineana (Cárdenas) Hort. Knize [invalid]
  • Blossfeldia mizqueana Hort. Knize [invalid]
  • Blossfeldia subterranea Hort. Knize [invalid]
  • Blossfeldia sucrensis Hort. Knize [invalid]
  • Blossfeldia tominensis Hort. Knize [invalid]

Description

Blossfeldia liliputana (also called Liliput Cactus, among many other common names) is a small cactus with a globular shape. It is native to Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay and Uruguay and is found in the Chaco and Gran Chaco habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Blossfeldia liliputana is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and as a food source for fish and other aquatic species.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blossfeldia liliputana is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blossfeldia liliputana is a succulent native to South America. It can be grown in a well-drained soil and prefers full sun. It should be kept dry and should not be overwatered. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Blossfeldia liliputana

Blossfeldia liliputana is native to South America. It can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Blossfeldia liliputana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blossfeldia liliputana?

Blossfeldia liliputana

What type of plant is Blossfeldia liliputana?

It is a species of cactus in the genus Blossfeldia.

Where is Blossfeldia liliputana found?

It is native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru.

Species in the Blossfeldia 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