Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
horripilus
ID:
1418773

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lem.) Vázquez-Sánchez

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
in Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 190(4): 415. 2019.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001431238

Common Names

  • Kadenicarpus horripilus
  • Horripilus Kadenicarpus
  • Kadenicarpus Bristly Cactus

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Description

Kadenicarpus horripilus (also called Prickly Kadenicarpus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a single stem that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Kadenicarpus horripilus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kadenicarpus horripilus has yellow flowers with a pinkish tinge and a white center. The flowers are small, about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a white, woolly covering.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kadenicarpus horripilus is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and allowed to dry for a few days before planting. Plant the cuttings in a well-draining, sandy soil and water sparingly. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and will flower in the summer.

Where to Find Kadenicarpus horripilus

Kadenicarpus horripilus is native to Mexico.

Kadenicarpus horripilus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kadenicarpus horripilus?

Kadenicarpus horripilus

What is the common name of Kadenicarpus horripilus?

Horripilus

What is the natural habitat of Kadenicarpus horripilus?

Arid regions of South America

Species in the Cactaceae family

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