Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
versicolor
ID:
1288298

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Werderm. & Backeb.) Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
in Jahrb. Deutsch. Kakteen-Ges. 1: 7. 1935.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287636

Common Names

  • Haageocereus versicolor
  • Variegated Hedgehog Cactus
  • Haage's Columnar Cactus

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Description

Haageocereus versicolor (also called Rainbow Cereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Peru and Bolivia. It is a columnar cactus with multi-colored 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 versicolor 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Haageocereus versicolor sub. pseudoversicolor (Rauh & Backeb.) N.Calderón
Haageocereus versicolor sub. versicolor

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Haageocereus versicolor 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 versicolor 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 versicolor

Haageocereus versicolor is native to Peru.

Haageocereus versicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haageocereus versicolor?

Haageocereus versicolor

What is the common name of Haageocereus versicolor?

Versicolor Haageocereus

What is the natural habitat of Haageocereus versicolor?

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

Erich Werdermann (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Werderm.' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.