Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
arequipensis
ID:
1288204

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meyen) Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
in Blätt. Kakteenf. 1937(9): 1. 1937.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287542

Common Names

  • Neoraimondia arequipensis
  • Peruvian Old Lady Cactus
  • San Pedro Cactus

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Description

Neoraimondia arequipensis (also called Arequipa Cereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Peru and Bolivia. It is a columnar cactus with yellow spines, and can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is found in dry areas, such as rocky slopes and desert scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Neoraimondia arequipensis 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neoraimondia arequipensis has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have thin, green stems and small, round, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neoraimondia arequipensis is a slow-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 Neoraimondia arequipensis

Neoraimondia arequipensis is native to Peru.

Neoraimondia arequipensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neoraimondia arequipensis?

Neoraimondia arequipensis

What is the common name of Neoraimondia arequipensis?

Arequipa's Neoraimondia

What is the natural habitat of Neoraimondia arequipensis?

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

Species in the Neoraimondia 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

Franz Meyen (1804-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meyen' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.