Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
frutescens
ID:
681525

Status:
valid

Authors:
Madsen

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 35: 36. 1989.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680858

Common Names

  • Espostoa Frutescens
  • Frutescens Espostoa
  • Espostoa Shrub

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Description

Espostoa frutescens (also called frutescent espostoa, among many other common names) is a small, columnar cactus with a solitary stem. It is native to Peru and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Espostoa frutescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Espostoa frutescens are white, with a yellowish-green throat. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espostoa frutescens is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water sparingly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Espostoa frutescens

Espostoa frutescens is native to Peru and Ecuador.

Espostoa frutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espostoa frutescens?

Espostoa frutescens

What are the common names of Espostoa frutescens?

Shrubby espostoa

What is the natural habitat of Espostoa frutescens?

Dry forests of Peru

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

Jens E. Madsen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Madsen' in the authors string.