Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
1288131

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 3: 211–212, pl. 22, f. 2. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287469

Common Names

  • Caespitose Mila
  • Mila Caespitosa
  • Caespitose Cactus

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Description

Mila caespitosa (also called Tufted Mila, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Peru and Bolivia. It is a low-growing cactus with yellow spines, and can reach up to 1 meter in height. It is found in dry areas, such as rocky slopes and desert scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Mila caespitosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in rock gardens, as a border plant, and as a potted plant. It is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. It is also used in green roofs and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mila caespitosa sub. pugionifera (Rauh & Backeb.) D.R.Hunt
Mila caespitosa sub. caespitosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mila caespitosa is white and star-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a brown color. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mila caespitosa is a slow-growing cactus that requires well-draining soil and full sun. Propagation is done through seed or offsets. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Offsets can be removed from the mother plant and planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Mila caespitosa

Mila caespitosa is native to Chile.

Mila caespitosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mila caespitosa?

Mila caespitosa

What is the common name of Mila caespitosa?

Caespitose Mila

What is the natural habitat of Mila caespitosa?

It is native to the Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina

Species in the Mila genus

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.