Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aerocarpa
ID:
676686

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Ritter) Katt.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Eriosyce (Cactac.) Gen. Revis. Ampl.: 119. 1994.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000676018

Common Names

  • Aerocarpa Eriosyce
  • Aerocarpa False Foxglove
  • Aerocarpa Wild Foxglove

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Synonyms

  • Neochilenia aerocarpa Backeb. [unknown]
  • Neochilenia acrocarpa Backeb. [invalid]
  • Thelocephala aerocarpa (F.Ritter) F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Thelocephala nuda F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Chileorebutia aerocarpa F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Eriosyce napina aerocarpa (F.Ritter) Ferryman [unknown]
  • Neoporteria reichei aerocarpa (F.Ritter) Ferryman [unknown]
  • Neoporteria napina nuda (F.Ritter) A.E.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Neoporteria napina aerocarpa (F.Ritter) A.E.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Neoporteria reichei aerocarpa (F.Ritter) Donald & G.D.Rowley [unknown]

Description

Eriosyce aerocarpa (also called Winged-fruited Eriosyce, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows up to 0.5 m in height and has long, narrow leaves. It prefers to grow in moist, well-drained soils in sunny areas and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosyce aerocarpa is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright and vibrant colours. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriosyce aerocarpa has bright yellow flowers that are tubular in shape and are borne in dense, upright spikes. The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings have narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosyce aerocarpa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Eriosyce aerocarpa

Eriosyce aerocarpa can be found in the Atacama Desert of Chile.

Eriosyce aerocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosyce aerocarpa?

Eriosyce aerocarpa

What is the common name of Eriosyce aerocarpa?

Woolly Eriosyce

What is the hardiness zone of Eriosyce aerocarpa?

9-11

Species in the Eriosyce genus

Eriosyce caligophila, Eriosyce aerocarpa, Eriosyce aspillagae, Eriosyce aurata, Eriosyce bulbocalyx, Eriosyce calderana, Eriosyce chilensis, Eriosyce crispa, Eriosyce curvispina, Eriosyce engleri, Eriosyce eriosyzoides, Eriosyce esmeraldana, Eriosyce garaventae, Eriosyce heinrichiana, Eriosyce iquiquensis, Eriosyce islayensis, Eriosyce krausii, Eriosyce kunzei, Eriosyce limariensis, Eriosyce marksiana, Eriosyce megliolii, Eriosyce napina, Eriosyce occulta, Eriosyce odieri, Eriosyce paucicostata, Eriosyce recondita, Eriosyce rodentiophila, Eriosyce senilis, Eriosyce simulans, Eriosyce sociabilis, Eriosyce strausiana, Eriosyce subgibbosa, Eriosyce taltalensis, Eriosyce tenebrica, Eriosyce umadeave, Eriosyce villicumensis, Eriosyce villosa, Eriosyce clavata, Eriosyce spectabilis, Eriosyce wagenknechtii, Eriosyce armata, Eriosyce atroviridis, Eriosyce castanea, Eriosyce coimasensis, Eriosyce duripulpa, Eriosyce elquiensis, Eriosyce fankhauseri, Eriosyce glabrescens, Eriosyce litoralis, Eriosyce malleolata,

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,