Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Ritter
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Kakteen Südamerika 4: 1323. 1981.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572637
Common Names
- Browningia columnaris
- Columnaris Browningia
- Columnaris Tree
Synonyms
- Azureocereus columnaris (F.Ritter) Lodé [unknown]
- Azureocereus hertlingianus columnaris (F.Ritter) Guiggi [unknown]
Description
Browningia columnaris (also called Columnar Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to the Andes of Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia. It is a columnar cactus, growing to a height of up to 5 metres (16 ft) tall, with numerous branches. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Browningia columnaris is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in bonsai. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various conditions such as fever, headaches, and skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Browningia hertlingiana is a small, yellow, tubular flower with a yellowish-green center and a yellow, five-lobed corolla. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Browningia columnaris is a columnar cactus native to the deserts of northern Chile and Argentina. It can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and allowed to dry for a few days before planting. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. Once established, Browningia columnaris requires little water and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F.
Where to Find Browningia columnaris
Browningia columnaris can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina.
Browningia columnaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Browningia hernandezii?
Browningia hernandezii
What is the natural habitat of Browningia hernandezii?
Rocky areas
What are the common names of Browningia hernandezii?
Hernandez's Browningia
Species in the Browningia genus
Browningia altissima,
Browningia amstutziae,
Browningia candelaris,
Browningia chlorocarpa,
Browningia columnaris,
Browningia hernandezii,
Browningia hertlingiana,
Browningia microsperma,
Browningia pilleifera,
Browningia utcubambensis,
Browningia macracantha,
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,