Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pugionacantha
ID:
1246275

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose & Boed.) Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Kaktus-ABC: 235. 1936.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245613

Common Names

  • Lobivia Pugionacantha
  • Dagger-spined Lobivia
  • Dagger-spined Easter Lily

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Description

Lobivia pugionacantha (also called 'Dagger-spined Lobivia', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Cactaceae family. It is a cactus, growing up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry scrub forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lobivia pugionacantha is a cactus that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, reducing inflammation, and aiding digestion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lobivia pugionacantha sub. haemantha (Rausch) Guiggi
Lobivia pugionacantha sub. rossii (Boed.) Guiggi
Lobivia pugionacantha var. alberi Diers & Krahn
Lobivia pugionacantha var. flaviflora Backeb.
Lobivia pugionacantha sub. pugionacantha

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lobivia pugionacantha has small, yellow flowers with purple veins. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobivia pugionacantha is a slow-growing, succulent shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, as the plant does not produce many seeds.

Where to Find Lobivia pugionacantha

Lobivia pugionacantha is native to Bolivia.

Lobivia pugionacantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobivia pugionacantha?

Lobivia pugionacantha

What is the common name of Lobivia pugionacantha?

Dagger Lobivia

What is the natural habitat of Lobivia pugionacantha?

Deserts

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

Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Friedrich Bödeker (1867-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boed.' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.