Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
taltalensis
ID:
751038

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Ritter) Hoxey

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 83(4): 169. 2011.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750371

Common Names

  • Taltal Eulychnia
  • Taltalensis Eulychnia
  • Taltal Cactus

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Description

Eulychnia taltalensis (also called Taltal Eulychnia, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial native to Chile. It has rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in rocky, dry areas in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Eulychnia taltalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eulychnia taltalensis is a white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eulychnia taltalensis is a succulent plant that can be propagated by stem cuttings or offsets. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun. It is best grown in sandy or gravelly soils with plenty of organic matter. It can be propagated by stem cuttings in spring or summer, or by offsets in spring.

Where to Find Eulychnia taltalensis

Eulychnia taltalensis can be found in the deserts of Chile.

Eulychnia taltalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eulychnia taltalensis?

Eulychnia taltalensis

What type of plant is Eulychnia taltalensis?

Cactus

Where does Eulychnia taltalensis originate from?

Chile

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