Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minutiflora
ID:
1419102

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rausch) Schlumpb. & M.Lowry

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
in Cactaceae Syst. Init. 28: 30. 2012.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001431567

Common Names

  • Lobivia minutiflora
  • Small-Flowered Lobivia
  • Small-Flowered Cactus

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Description

Lobivia minutiflora (also called 'Miniature Lobivia', among many other common names) is a small cactus species native to Bolivia and Argentina. It has a globose body, usually with a few ribs, and is covered with white wool and yellowish spines. It grows in rocky areas and in scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Lobivia minutiflora is a succulent plant that is often grown as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Lobivia minutiflora has yellow-orange flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobivia minutiflora is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Water the plant sparingly during the growing season, but allow it to dry out between waterings. During the winter months, reduce watering to once every two weeks.

Where to Find Lobivia minutiflora

Lobivia minutiflora can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Lobivia minutiflora FAQ

What is the common name of Lobivia minutiflora?

Lobivia Cactus

What type of soil does Lobivia minutiflora prefer?

Well-draining, slightly acidic soil

How much light does Lobivia minutiflora need?

Full sun to partial shade

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

Walter Rausch (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rausch' in the authors string.
Martin Lowry (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Lowry' in the authors string.
Boris O. Schlumpberger (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schlumpb.' in the authors string.