Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
camachoi
ID:
369587

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Espinosa) F.Ritter

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Kakteen Südamerika 3: 873. 1980.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000368919

Common Names

  • Maihueniopsis camachoi
  • Camacho's Maihueniopsis
  • Camacho's False-cactus

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Synonyms

  • Opuntia camachoi Espinosa [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus camachoi (Espinosa) Backeb. [unknown]

Description

Maihueniopsis camachoi (also called Camacho's pincushion cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus in the family Cactaceae. It is a small, globose cactus, up to 4 cm in diameter, with a solitary, globose stem, and up to 12 radial spines. It is native to Argentina and Chile.

Uses & Benefits

Maihueniopsis camachoi is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat digestive disorders and its flowers being used to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maihueniopsis camachoi has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maihueniopsis camachoi is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes can be divided in early spring or late summer, while the seeds should be sown in spring or summer.

Where to Find Maihueniopsis camachoi

Maihueniopsis camachoi can be found in the Atacama Desert of Chile.

Maihueniopsis camachoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maihueniopsis camachoi?

Maihueniopsis camachoi

What is the common name of Maihueniopsis camachoi?

Camacho's Maihueniopsis

What is the natural habitat of Maihueniopsis camachoi?

Maihueniopsis camachoi is native to the Atacama Desert in Chile

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

Marcial Ramón Espinosa Bustos (1874-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Espinosa' in the authors string.
Friedrich Ritter (1898-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Ritter' in the authors string.