Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mirabilis
ID:
681548

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Ritter

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1964

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680881

Common Names

  • Espostoa Mirabilis
  • Mirabilis Espostoa
  • Espostoa Lichen

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Description

Espostoa mirabilis (also called miraculous 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 mirabilis 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Espostoa mirabilis 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 mirabilis 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 mirabilis

Espostoa mirabilis is native to Peru and Ecuador.

Espostoa mirabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espostoa mirabilis?

Espostoa mirabilis

What are the common names of Espostoa mirabilis?

Miraculous espostoa

What is the natural habitat of Espostoa mirabilis?

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