Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
albispinus
ID:
1288325

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Akers) Rauh & Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
in Sitzungsber. Heidelberger Akad. Wiss., Math.-Naturwiss. Kl.: 414. 1958.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287663

Common Names

  • Haageocereus albispinus
  • White Spined Hedgehog Cactus
  • Haage's Columnar Cactus

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Description

Haageocereus albispinus (also called White-spined Cereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Peru and Bolivia. It is a columnar cactus with white spines, and can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is found in dry areas, such as rocky slopes and desert scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Haageocereus albispinus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating inflammation and pain relief.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Haageocereus albispinus has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have thin, green stems and small, round, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haageocereus albispinus is a slow-growing cactus that prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is propagated by seed or offsets. It is sensitive to overwatering, so it should be watered only when the soil is dry.

Where to Find Haageocereus albispinus

Haageocereus albispinus is native to Peru.

Haageocereus albispinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haageocereus albispinus?

Haageocereus albispinus

What is the common name of Haageocereus albispinus?

Albispinous Haageocereus

What is the natural habitat of Haageocereus albispinus?

It is native to the Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina

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

John F. Akers (1906-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Akers' in the authors string.
Werner Rauh (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauh' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.