Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caligophila
ID:
507915

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Pinto

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 23: 1. 2005.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507247

Common Names

  • Eriosyce caligophila
  • Caligophila Eriosyce
  • Eriosyce Lohitiensis

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Synonyms

  • Islaya caligophila (R.Pinto) Faúndez & R.Kiesling [unknown]
  • Neoporteria caligophila (R.Pinto) Lodé [unknown]

Description

Eriosyce caligophila (also called Caligophila Eriosyce, among many other common names) is a perennial cactus with a height of up to 1 m. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky soils. It has grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosyce caligophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosyce caligophila is a small, bell-shaped flower, usually yellow or white in colour. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosyce caligophila is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Eriosyce caligophila

Eriosyce caligophila is native to Chile and can be found in the Atacama Desert.

Eriosyce caligophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosyce caligophila?

Eriosyce caligophila

What is the common name of Eriosyce caligophila?

Caligophila cactus

What are the characteristics of Eriosyce caligophila?

Eriosyce caligophila is an evergreen succulent that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in summer.

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,