Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inaperta
ID:
1253033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Schott ex Griffiths) D.R.Hunt

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
in Cactaceae Consensus Init. 4: 5. 1997.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252371

Common Names

  • Inaperta Opuntia
  • Inaperta Prickly Pear
  • Inaperta Prickly Pear Opuntia

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Description

Opuntia inaperta (also called 'Inaperta Prickly Pear', among many other common names) is a small cactus native to South America. It has an upright, spreading habit and grows up to 1 meter tall. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate. It prefers dry, well-drained soils in tropical and subtropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Opuntia inaperta has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever and rheumatism. It is also used as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Opuntia inaperta are yellow, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Opuntia inaperta is a cactus native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Opuntia inaperta

Opuntia inaperta is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Opuntia inaperta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Opuntia inaperta?

Opuntia inaperta

What is the common name of Opuntia inaperta?

Inaperta Prickly Pear

Where is Opuntia inaperta found?

Opuntia inaperta is found in Argentina.

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

David Hunt (1938-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.R.Hunt' in the authors string.
David Griffiths (1867-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griffiths' in the authors string.
Arthur Carl Victor Schott (1814-1875): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Schott' in the authors string.