Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
villigera
ID:
714640

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rauh & Backeb.) Ostolaza

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
in Brit. Cact. Succ. J. 23: 31. 2005.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713973

Common Names

  • Haagespostoa villigera
  • Villigera Hedgehog Cactus
  • Villigera Hedge-hog Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Neobinghamia villigera Rauh & Backeb. [unknown]

Description

Haagespostoa villigera (also called Haagespostoa, among many other common names) is a cactus native to South America. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m, with small, green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Haagespostoa villigera is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Haagespostoa villigera is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haagespostoa villigera is a low-growing shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and requires minimal maintenance. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Haagespostoa villigera

Haagespostoa villigera is native to South Africa.

Haagespostoa villigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haagespostoa villigera?

Haagespostoa villigera

What type of plant is Haagespostoa villigera?

It is a cactus

Where is Haagespostoa villigera native to?

It is native to Peru

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.
Carlos Ostolaza (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ostolaza' in the authors string.