Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
hildegardiae
ID:
609967

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Ritter

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Kakteen Südamerika 2: 685. 1980.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609299

Common Names

  • Cleistocactus Hildegardiae
  • Hildegardiae Cleistocactus
  • Hildegardiae Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Borzicactus janae Halda & Horáček [valid]

Description

Cleistocactus hildegardiae (also called Hildegard's Fishhook Cactus, among many other common names) is a perennial cactus with cylindrical stems and white flowers. It is native to South America, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistocactus hildegardiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleistocactus hildegardiae is yellow and has three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistocactus hildegardiae is a perennial cactus that can be propagated by stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in well-draining soil.

Where to Find Cleistocactus hildegardiae

Cleistocactus hildegardiae can be found in dry, rocky soils in the western United States, from California to Arizona.

Cleistocactus hildegardiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistocactus hildegardiae?

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What is the natural habitat of Cleistocactus hildegardiae?

Cleistocactus hildegardiae is native to Peru and Bolivia.

What are the common uses of Cleistocactus hildegardiae?

Cleistocactus hildegardiae is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.

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