Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanostele
ID:
681546

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vaupel) Borg

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Cacti: 112. 1937.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680879

Common Names

  • Espostoa Melanostele
  • Melanostele Espostoa
  • Espostoa Fern

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Description

Espostoa melanostele (also called melanostele 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 melanostele is used as an ornamental plant 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Espostoa melanostele sub. nana (F.Ritter) G.J.Charles
Espostoa melanostele sub. melanostele

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Espostoa melanostele 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 melanostele 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 melanostele

Espostoa melanostele is native to Peru and Ecuador.

Espostoa melanostele FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espostoa melanostele?

Espostoa melanostele

What are the common names of Espostoa melanostele?

Black-stalked espostoa

What is the natural habitat of Espostoa melanostele?

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

Friedrich Karl Johann Vaupel (1876-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vaupel' in the authors string.
John Borg (1873-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borg' in the authors string.