Harrisia portoricensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Britton
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
in Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 35: 563. 1908.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289817
Common Names
- Harrisia portoricensis
- Portorican Harrisia
- Portorican Moon Cactus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Harrisia portoricensis (also called Puerto Rican Apple Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Puerto Rico. It is a shrub-like cactus with cylindrical, jointed stems and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Harrisia portoricensis 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 portoricensis has white flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Harrisia portoricensis is a cactus species native to Puerto Rico. 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 portoricensis
Harrisia portoricensis is native to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. It can be found growing in dry forests and coastal areas.
Harrisia portoricensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Harrisia portoricensis?
Harrisia portoricensis
What is the common name of Harrisia portoricensis?
Puerto Rican Prickly Apple
What is the natural habitat of Harrisia portoricensis?
It is native to Puerto Rico
Species in the Harrisia genus
Harrisia adscendens, Harrisia bonplandii, Harrisia earlei, Harrisia fernowii, Harrisia gracilis, Harrisia jusbertii, Harrisia regelii, Harrisia taetra, Harrisia tetracantha, Harrisia martinii, Harrisia aboriginum, Harrisia fragrans, Harrisia tortuosa, Harrisia pomanensis, Harrisia eriophora, Harrisia portoricensis, Harrisia brookii, Harrisia caymanensis, Harrisia divaricata,
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.
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