Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
armata
ID:
1418033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Ritter) Helmut Walter & Larridon

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
in Am. J. Bot. 102(9): 1517. 2015.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430498

Common Names

  • Armata Copiapoa
  • Copiapoa Armata
  • Armata Copiapoa

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Description

Copiapoa armata (also called 'Armored Copiapoa', among many other common names) is a small cactus species native to Chile. It has a globose body, usually with a few ribs, and is covered with white wool and yellowish spines. It grows in rocky areas and in scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Copiapoa armata is a species of cactus that is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Copiapoa armata has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and spiny.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Copiapoa armata is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or offsets. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and full sun. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize during the growing season with a balanced cactus fertilizer.

Where to Find Copiapoa armata

Copiapoa armata is native to Chile, and can be found in the Atacama Desert of the country.

Copiapoa armata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Copiapoa armata?

Copiapoa armata

What is the common name of Copiapoa armata?

Armata Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Copiapoa armata?

Deserts in Chile

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

Friedrich Ritter (1898-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Ritter' in the authors string.
Helmut Walter (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Helmut Walter' in the authors string.
Isabel Larridon (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Larridon' in the authors string.