Status:
valid
Authors:
Speg. ex Hosseus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
in Revista Centro Estud. Farm. reimpr. 2(6): 21. 1926.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358044
Common Names
- Lobivia areopegon
- Areopegon Lobivia
- Lobivia areopegum
Description
Lobivia areopegon (also called Areopegon Lobivia, among many other common names) is a small cactus species native to the highlands of Bolivia. It has a globular shape and is covered with white spines. It grows in rocky, dry areas and can be found in high-altitude grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Lobivia areopegon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lobivia areopegon has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lobivia areopegon is a perennial plant that is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. It can be propagated by division or from seed. The seed should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Lobivia areopegon
Lobivia areopegon is native to South America and can be found in Bolivia, Peru, and Chile.
Lobivia areopegon FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lobivia areopegon?
Lobivia areopegon
What is the common name of Lobivia areopegon?
Areopegon Cactus
What is the natural habitat of Lobivia areopegon?
Lobivia areopegon is native to the Andes of Peru
Species in the Lobivia genus
Lobivia cincero,
Lobivia fungiflora,
Lobivia duursmaiana,
Lobivia cornula,
Lobivia ducis-pauli,
Lobivia dragai,
Lobivia albicentra,
Lobivia abrantha,
Lobivia areopegon,
Lobivia watadae,
Lobivia vanurkiana,
Lobivia tuberculosa,
Lobivia matuzawae,
Lobivia napina,
Lobivia megatae,
Lobivia janseniana,
Lobivia katagirii,
Lobivia hystrichacantha,
Lobivia ikedae,
Lobivia ruberrima,
Lobivia rowleyi,
Lobivia rigidispina,
Lobivia otukae,
Lobivia purpurea,
Lobivia polyantha,
Lobivia erosa,
Lobivia acchaensis,
Lobivia hoevenii,
Lobivia kuehhasii,
Lobivia krahn-juckeri,
Lobivia brachiantha,
Lobivia cinnabarina,
Lobivia ferox,
Lobivia lateritia,
Lobivia pugionacantha,
Lobivia schneideriana,
Lobivia arachnacantha,
Lobivia cardenasiana,
Lobivia taratensis,
Lobivia calorubra,
Lobivia tafnaensis,
Lobivia polycephala,
Lobivia chrysochete,
Lobivia maximiliana,
Lobivia pampana,
Lobivia hertrichiana,
Lobivia pentlandii,
Lobivia tegeleriana,
Lobivia backebergii,
Lobivia caineana,
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,