Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
heliae
ID:
1422387

Status:
valid

Authors:
(García-Mor., Díaz-Salím & Gonz.-Bot.) D.Aquino

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001434852

Common Names

  • Kadenicarpus heliae
  • Heliae Kadenicarpus
  • Fairy Castle Cactus

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Description

Kadenicarpus heliae (also called Helia's Kadenicarpus, among many other common names) is a succulent native to South Africa. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 30cm tall. Its leaves are fleshy and its flowers are yellow and fragrant. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands and heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Kadenicarpus heliae is a drought tolerant plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It can also be used as a groundcover in dry, sunny areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kadenicarpus heliae has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kadenicarpus heliae is a slow-growing, low-maintenance cactus that is best propagated from cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a healthy plant and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil. Water the cutting lightly and keep in a warm, bright location. The cutting should take root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Kadenicarpus heliae

Kadenicarpus heliae is native to Argentina.

Kadenicarpus heliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kadenicarpus heliae?

Kadenicarpus heliae

What are the common names of Kadenicarpus heliae?

Helia's kadenicarpus

What is the natural habitat of Kadenicarpus heliae?

It is native to the Canary Islands

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