Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
melanotrichus
ID:
622581

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 2: 68. 1920.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621913

Common Names

  • Corryocactus Melanotrichus
  • Black-Haired Corryocactus
  • Native Fuchsia

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Synonyms

  • Cereus melanotrichus K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Corryocactus ayopayanus Cárdenas [unknown]
  • Corryocactus charazanensis Cárdenas [unknown]
  • Corryocactus melanotrichus caulescens Cárdenas [unknown]
  • Corryocactus odoratus F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Corryocactus perezianus Cárdenas [unknown]
  • Erdisia melanotricha (K.Schum.) Backeb. [unknown]

Description

Corryocactus melanotrichus (also called black-haired corryocactus, among many other common names) is a cactus that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry, open areas such as deserts and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Corryocactus melanotrichus 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 melanotrichus 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 melanotrichus 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 melanotrichus

Corryocactus melanotrichus is native to Peru.

Corryocactus melanotrichus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corryocactus melanotrichus?

Corryocactus melanotrichus

What is the family of Corryocactus melanotrichus?

Cactaceae

What is the common name of Corryocactus melanotrichus?

Black-Haired 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

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 Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.