Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hylaea
ID:
681533

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Ritter

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
in Taxon 13(4): 143. 1964.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680866

Common Names

  • Espostoa Hylaea
  • Hylaea Espostoa
  • Espostoa Grass

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Description

Espostoa hylaea (also called Hylaea's 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 hylaea is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Espostoa hylaea 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 hylaea 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 hylaea

Espostoa hylaea is native to Peru and Ecuador.

Espostoa hylaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espostoa hylaea?

Espostoa hylaea

What are the common names of Espostoa hylaea?

Hylaea espostoa

What is the natural habitat of Espostoa hylaea?

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