Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crispa
ID:
676708

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Ritter) Katt.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Eriosyce (Cactac.) Gen. Revis. Ampl.: 118. 1994.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000676040

Common Names

  • Crispa Eriosyce
  • Crispa False Foxglove
  • Crispa Wild Foxglove

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Description

Eriosyce crispa (also called Crisped Sea Urchin Cactus, among many other common names) is a small, globose cactus native to Chile. It has a dense, spiny-toothed, gray-green epidermis and a short stem. It is found in dry, rocky areas and coastal cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosyce crispa 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriosyce crispa sub. totoralensis (F.Ritter) Katt.
Eriosyce crispa sub. crispa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriosyce crispa is a small, yellow-green flower with a central yellow disc. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosyce crispa is an evergreen perennial that grows in clumps and can reach up to 30 cm in height. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by division or seed.

Where to Find Eriosyce crispa

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

Eriosyce crispa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosyce crispa?

Eriosyce crispa

What is the common name of Eriosyce crispa?

Crisped Eriosyce

What is the hardiness zone of Eriosyce crispa?

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,

References

Friedrich Ritter (1898-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Ritter' in the authors string.
Fred Kattermann (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Katt.' in the authors string.