Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
erectus
ID:
622570

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Backeb.) F.Ritter

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kakteen Südamerika 4: 1281. 1981.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621902

Common Names

  • Corryocactus Erectus
  • Erect Corryocactus
  • Native Fuchsia

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Synonyms

  • Bolivicereus pisacensis Knize [unknown]
  • Bolivicereus soukupii Knize [unknown]
  • Borzicactus pisacensis (Knize) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Borzicactus soukupii (Knize) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Erdisia aureispina Backeb. & H.Jacobsen [unknown]
  • Erdisia erecta Backeb. [unknown]

Description

Corryocactus erectus (also called Erect Corryocactus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cactaceae. It is a small cactus, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Peru, where it is found in dry scrub and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Corryocactus erectus 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 erectus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corryocactus erectus is a cactus species native to Peru. It is a slow-growing plant that can be propagated from seed or by cutting. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and allowed to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the plant in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Corryocactus erectus

Corryocactus erectus is native to Peru.

Corryocactus erectus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corryocactus erectus?

Corryocactus erectus

What is the family of Corryocactus erectus?

Cactaceae

What is the common name of Corryocactus erectus?

Upright Cactus

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

Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Ritter (1898-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Ritter' in the authors string.