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Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
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Species:
fulva
ID:
1580129

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valid

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WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042325

Common Names

  • Eriosyce fulva
  • Fulvous Eriosyce
  • Eriosyce

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Description

Eriosyce fulva (also called Scarlet Hedgehog Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus in the family Cactaceae. It is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 20 cm tall and has green stems. It is native to Chile and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriosyce fulva is a cactus species native to Chile. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Eriosyce fulva flower is a pinkish-purple color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriosyce fulva is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a light, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Eriosyce fulva

Eriosyce fulva is found in the Chilean regions of Valparaiso and Santiago.

Eriosyce fulva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriosyce fulva?

Eriosyce fulva

What is the common name of Eriosyce fulva?

Fulvous pincushion cactus

What is the natural habitat of Eriosyce fulva?

Deserts and rocky areas

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,