Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
rupicola
ID:
1288573

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Ritter

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kakteen Südamerika 4: 1478. 1981.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287911

Common Names

  • Rocky Rhipsalis
  • Lasiocereus Rupicola
  • Rocky Cactus

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Description

Lasiocereus rupicola (also called Rock-dwelling Lasiocereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to South America. It is a shrubby cactus with light green stems that can reach up to 8 meters in height. It is found in dry, rocky habitats in Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, and Brazil.

Uses & Benefits

Lasiocereus rupicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its edible fruit.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Lasiocereus rupicola has yellow flowers with a red center and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasiocereus rupicola is a cactus species native to Peru. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To cultivate, it needs a well-draining soil mix and plenty of sunlight. Water sparingly during the summer months and more frequently during the winter months.

Where to Find Lasiocereus rupicola

Lasiocereus rupicola is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Lasiocereus rupicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasiocereus rupicola?

Lasiocereus rupicola

What is the natural habitat of Lasiocereus rupicola?

Rocky outcrops of Mexico

What is the average size of Lasiocereus rupicola?

Up to 6 inches in height

Species in the Lasiocereus genus

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