Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coquimbana
ID:
620370

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Karw. ex Rümpler) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 3: 87, pl. 10, f. 2. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000619702

Common Names

  • Copiapoa Coquimbana
  • Coquimbana
  • Copiapoa

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Synonyms

  • Neoporteria pepiniana (Lem. ex Salm-Dyck) Borg [unknown]
  • Cereus pepinianus Lem. ex Salm-Dyck [unknown]
  • Copiapoa alticostata F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Copiapoa coquimbana alticostata (F.Ritter) A.E.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Copiapoa coquimbana pendulina (F.Ritter) A.E.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Copiapoa coquimbana pendulina (F.Ritter) Doweld [unknown]
  • Copiapoa coquimbana pseudocoquimbana (F.Ritter) A.E.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Copiapoa coquimbana pseudocoquimbana (F.Ritter) Doweld [unknown]
  • Copiapoa coquimbana vallenarensis (F.Ritter) A.E.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Copiapoa coquimbana vallenarensis (F.Ritter) Doweld [unknown]
  • Copiapoa coquimbana wagenknechtii F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Copiapoa neocoquimbana Y.Itô [unknown]
  • Copiapoa neocoquimbana wagenknechtii (F.Ritter) Y.Itô [unknown]
  • Copiapoa pendulina F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Copiapoa pepiniana (Lem. ex Salm-Dyck) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Copiapoa pseudocoquimbana F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Copiapoa pseudocoquimbana chaniarensis F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Copiapoa pseudocoquimbana domeykoensis F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Copiapoa pseudocoquimbana vulgata F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Copiapoa serenana Voldan [unknown]
  • Copiapoa vallenarensis F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Echinocactus coquimbanus Karw. ex Rümpler [unknown]
  • Copiapoa schulziana I.Schaub & Keim [unknown]
  • Copiapoa coquimbana coquimbana [unknown]
  • Copiapoa wagenknechtii H.Winter ex F.Ritter [invalid]
  • Copiapoa coquimbana andina I.Schaub & Keim [unknown]
  • Copiapoa sarcoana I.Schaub & Keim [unknown]

Description

Copiapoa coquimbana (also called Coquimbana, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Chile. It is a globose cactus with a short stem and numerous ribs. It is found in the Atacama Desert and other arid regions of northern Chile, growing in rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Copiapoa coquimbana is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and rheumatism. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Copiapoa coquimbana sub. rubispina Piombetti
Copiapoa coquimbana sub. coquimbana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Copiapoa coquimbana has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of white hairs at the apex.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Copiapoa coquimbana is a slow-growing cactus that is best propagated from seed. It is best grown in a sandy, well-draining soil mix and should be kept in a bright, sunny location. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. During the summer months, the plant may benefit from a light fertilizer.

Where to Find Copiapoa coquimbana

Copiapoa coquimbana can be found in the Atacama Desert of Chile.

Copiapoa coquimbana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Copiapoa coquimbana?

Copiapoa coquimbana

What is the common name of Copiapoa coquimbana?

Coquimbo Copiapoa

What is the natural habitat of Copiapoa coquimbana?

It is native to South America.

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Karl Theodor Rümpler (1817-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rümpler' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Friedrich von Karwinsky (1780-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karw.' in the authors string.