Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
pectinifera
ID:
1422398

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Albesiano) Schlumpb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001434863

Common Names

  • Leucostele pectinifera
  • Pectinifera Leucostele
  • Comb Cactus

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Description

Leucostele pectinifera (also called Pectinate Leucostele, 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

Leucostele pectinifera 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

Leucostele pectinifera has small, white 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

Leucostele pectinifera 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 Leucostele pectinifera

Leucostele pectinifera is native to Chile.

Leucostele pectinifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucostele pectinifera?

Leucostele pectinifera

What are the common names of Leucostele pectinifera?

Comb-leaved leucostele

What is the natural habitat of Leucostele pectinifera?

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