Status:
valid
Authors:
(K.Schum. ex Vaupel) Britton & Rose
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 2: 66–67, f. 99, 101. 1920.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621894
Common Names
- Corryocactus Brevistylus
- Short-Style Corryocactus
- Native Fuchsia
Synonyms
- Cereus brevistylus K.Schum. ex Vaupel [unknown]
- Corryocactus brevispinus Rauh & Backeb. [unknown]
- Corryocactus brevistylus puquiensis (Rauh & Backeb.) F.Ritter [unknown]
- Corryocactus brevistylus puquiensis (Rauh & Backeb.) Ostolaza [unknown]
- Corryocactus krausii Backeb. [unknown]
- Corryocactus pachycladus Rauh & Backeb. [unknown]
- Corryocactus puquiensis Rauh & Backeb. [unknown]
Description
Corryocactus brevistylus (also called Short-styled Corryocactus, among many other common names) is a small cactus native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in open forests and woodlands. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Uses & Benefits
Corryocactus brevistylus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in bonsai and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Corryocactus brevistylus are yellow in colour and have five petals. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Corryocactus brevistylus is a perennial plant that is native to Peru. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a greenhouse. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Corryocactus brevistylus
Corryocactus brevistylus is native to Peru.
Corryocactus brevistylus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Corryocactus brevistylus?
Corryocactus brevistylus
What is the family of Corryocactus brevistylus?
Cactaceae
What is the common name of Corryocactus brevistylus?
Short-Styled Cactus
Species in the Corryocactus genus
Corryocactus apiciflorus,
Corryocactus aureus,
Corryocactus ayacuchoensis,
Corryocactus brachypetalus,
Corryocactus brevistylus,
Corryocactus chachapoyensis,
Corryocactus erectus,
Corryocactus melanotrichus,
Corryocactus prostratus,
Corryocactus pulquinensis,
Corryocactus quadrangularis,
Corryocactus serpens,
Corryocactus squarrosus,
Corryocactus tarijensis,
Corryocactus dillonii,
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,