Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
backebergii
ID:
1288591

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Werderm.) Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
in Blätt. Kakteenf. 1935(12): 6, genus 57, sp. 22. 1935.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287929

Common Names

  • Backeberg's Lobivia
  • Lobivia Backebergii
  • Backeberg's Cactus

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Description

Lobivia backebergii (also called Backeberg's Lobivia, 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

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lobivia backebergii var. capinotensis E.Herzog

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Lobivia backebergii 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

Lobivia backebergii is a fast-growing cactus that prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is propagated by seed or offsets. It is sensitive to overwatering, so it should be watered only when the soil is dry.

Where to Find Lobivia backebergii

Lobivia backebergii is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Lobivia backebergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobivia backebergii?

Lobivia backebergii

What is the common name of Lobivia backebergii?

Backeberg's Lobivia

What is the natural habitat of Lobivia backebergii?

It is native to Argentina and Bolivia

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,

References

Erich Werdermann (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Werderm.' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.