Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tortuosa
ID:
1289949

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Forbes) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 2: 154. 1920.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289287

Common Names

  • Harrisia Tortuosa
  • Tortuosa Harrisia
  • Tortuosa Cactus

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Description

Harrisia tortuosa (also called Apple cactus, Christmas cactus, and many other common names) is a cactus species native to Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It is a columnar cactus, with stems up to 4 m (13 ft) tall, and up to 10 cm (3.9 in) in diameter. It typically grows in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Harrisia tortuosa is a cactus species native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its purported anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Harrisia tortuosa has white flowers with a diameter of around 2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single stem with small, white spines.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Harrisia tortuosa is a cactus species native to Argentina and Uruguay. It is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Harrisia tortuosa should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Harrisia tortuosa

Harrisia tortuosa is native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

Harrisia tortuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Harrisia tortuosa?

Harrisia tortuosa

What is the common name of Harrisia tortuosa?

Tortuous Apple Cactus

What type of plant is Harrisia tortuosa?

Cactus

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.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
James Forbes (1773-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Forbes' in the authors string.