Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corralensis
ID:
1418041

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Schaub & Keim

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Explor. 16: 48. 2016.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430506

Common Names

  • Corralensis Copiapoa
  • Copiapoa Corralensis
  • Corralensis Copiapoa

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Description

Copiapoa corralensis (also called 'Corral 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 corralensis is a species of cactus that is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Copiapoa corralensis 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 corralensis

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

Copiapoa corralensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Copiapoa corralensis?

Copiapoa corralensis

What is the common name of Copiapoa corralensis?

Corralensis Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Copiapoa corralensis?

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

Ingrid Schaub: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Schaub' in the authors string.
Ricardo Keim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keim' in the authors string.