Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aequatorialis
ID:
1257107

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 1: 219–220, f. 287–289. 1919.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001256445

Common Names

  • Opuntia Aequatorialis
  • Aequatorialis Prickly Pear
  • Equatorial Prickly Pear

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Description

Opuntia aequatorialis (also called Equatorial Prickly Pear, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to the Chihuahuan Desert in Mexico. It is a low-growing cactus with yellow flowers and yellow-green fruits. It grows in rocky hills and mountains at elevations of up to 2,000 m (6,500 ft).

Uses & Benefits

Opuntia aequatorialis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Opuntia aequatorialis are yellow in color and have a pleasant scent. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf that is green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Opuntia aequatorialis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Opuntia aequatorialis

Opuntia aequatorialis is native to Ecuador and can be found in the provinces of Azuay, Bolivar, Chimborazo, Cotopaxi, El Oro, Galapagos, Guayas, Los Rios, Manabi, Morona-Santiago, Napo, Pastaza, Pichincha, and Tungurahua.

Opuntia aequatorialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Opuntia aequatorialis?

Opuntia aequatorialis

What is the common name of Opuntia aequatorialis?

Aequatorialis Opuntia

What is the natural habitat of Opuntia aequatorialis?

Deserts

Species in the Opuntia genus

Opuntia megacantha, Opuntia microdasys, Opuntia laiglonii, Opuntia lucayana, Opuntia macrantha, Opuntia lutea, Opuntia lucida, Opuntia longispina, Opuntia piccolomini, Opuntia pittieri, Opuntia opuntia, Opuntia occidentalis, Opuntia peckii, Opuntia phyllacantha, Opuntia pennellii, Opuntia papyracantha, Opuntia fragilis, Opuntia flavispina, Opuntia stricta, Opuntia straminea, Opuntia stenarthra, Opuntia ficus-indica, Opuntia glaucophylla, Opuntia elisae, Opuntia elatior, Opuntia effulgia, Opuntia diversispina, Opuntia festiva, Opuntia inaequilateralis, Opuntia humifusa, Opuntia horstii, Opuntia kuehnrichii, Opuntia jussieui, Opuntia intermedia, Opuntia ithypetala, Opuntia irrorata, Opuntia guatemalensis, Opuntia hondurensis, Opuntia hitchenii, Opuntia hanburyana, Opuntia virens, Opuntia woodsii, Opuntia rooneyi, Opuntia urbaniana, Opuntia salmii, Opuntia salicornoides, Opuntia pubescens, Opuntia protracta, Opuntia praecox, Opuntia reptans,

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

IPNI record: 174786-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001289369
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-5107308: Originally associated with wfo-0001289369
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-5107308: Originally associated with wfo-0001289369
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.