Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ritteri
ID:
682146

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cullmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 9: 121. 1958.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681479

Common Names

  • Eulychnia ritteri
  • Ritter's Eulychnia
  • Ritter's Eulychnia Bush

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Description

Eulychnia ritteri (also called Ritter's Torch Cactus, among many other common names) is a perennial cactus native to South America. It grows in dry and sandy habitats, such as heaths, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Eulychnia ritteri is used as an ornamental plant and has a wide range of medicinal uses. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eulychnia ritteri is a yellow-green spike, the seed is an ovoid nutlet and the seedlings are tufted.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eulychnia ritteri can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Eulychnia ritteri

Eulychnia ritteri is native to Peru.

Eulychnia ritteri FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Eulychnia ritteri?

Eulychnia ritteri prefers well-drained soils, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

What is the ideal temperature for Eulychnia ritteri?

Eulychnia ritteri prefers temperatures between 60-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the ideal sunlight for Eulychnia ritteri?

Eulychnia ritteri prefers full sun to partial shade.

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,