Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
comosus
ID:
1288349

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rauh & Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
in Sitzungsber. Heidelberger Akad. Wiss., Math.-Naturwiss. Kl.: 430. 1958.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287687

Common Names

  • Haageocereus comosus
  • Hairy Hedgehog Cactus
  • Haage's Columnar Cactus

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Description

Haageocereus comosus (also called Haage's Columnar Cactus, among many other common names) is a cactus species native to Peru and Ecuador. It is a columnar cactus that grows up to 3 m tall and has a diameter of up to 8 cm. It is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Haageocereus comosus 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

The Haageocereus comosus flower is a bright yellow color and has a bell-shaped form. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haageocereus comosus 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 comosus

Haageocereus comosus is native to Peru.

Haageocereus comosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haageocereus comosus?

Haageocereus comosus

What is the common name of Haageocereus comosus?

Comose Haageocereus

What is the natural habitat of Haageocereus comosus?

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

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.