Status:
valid
Authors:
(Font & Picca) G.D.Rowley
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
in Brit. Cact. Succ. J. 22: 64. 2004.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000661823
Common Names
- Roseiflora Echinomoza
- Roseiflora Starflower
- Echinomoza
Description
Echinomoza roseiflora (also called Rose-Flowered Echinomoza, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the mountains of South America. It has small, oval leaves and pink flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in open woodlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Echinomoza roseiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Echinomoza roseiflora is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
Cultivation and Propagation
Echinomoza roseiflora is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Echinomoza roseiflora
Echinomoza roseiflora is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Echinomoza roseiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Echinomoza roseiflora?
Echinomoza roseiflora
What is the common name of Echinomoza roseiflora?
Rose-flower Echinomoza
What is the natural habitat of Echinomoza roseiflora?
Echinomoza roseiflora is native to the tropical rainforests of South America
Species in the Echinomoza genus
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
Fabián Font: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Font' in the authors string.