Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eriophora
ID:
1290478

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pfeiff.) Britton

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
in Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 35: 562. 1908.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289816

Common Names

  • Harrisia eriophora
  • Eriophora Harrisia
  • Eriophora Moon Cactus

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Description

Harrisia eriophora (also called Eriophora Apple Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is a shrub-like cactus with cylindrical, jointed stems and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Harrisia eriophora is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers and fruits. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Harrisia eriophora has white flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Harrisia eriophora is a cactus species native to Mexico. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the stems of the plant and planted in well-draining soil. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The plant should be kept in a sunny location and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Harrisia eriophora

Harrisia eriophora is native to the Mexican states of Hidalgo and Querétaro and can be found in the wild in the Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range. It is also available from specialty nurseries and online retailers.

Harrisia eriophora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Harrisia eriophora?

Harrisia eriophora

What is the common name of Harrisia eriophora?

Wooly Prickly Apple

What is the natural habitat of Harrisia eriophora?

It is native to the Caribbean

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Ludwig Karl Georg Pfeiffer (1805-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pfeiff.' in the authors string.