Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
hendriksenianus
ID:
1246470

Status:
valid

Authors:
Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Kaktus-ABC: 186, 411. 1936.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245808

Common Names

  • Oreocereus Hendriksenianus
  • Hendriksen's Oreocereus
  • Hendriksen's Cactus

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Description

Oreocereus hendriksenianus (also called 'Oreocereus', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Cactaceae family. It is native to Bolivia and Peru. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry shrublands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oreocereus hendriksenianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oreocereus hendriksenianus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are light green and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreocereus hendriksenianus is a cactus that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil slightly moist and in a bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Oreocereus hendriksenianus

Oreocereus hendriksenianus can be found in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia.

Oreocereus hendriksenianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreocereus hendriksenianus?

Oreocereus hendriksenianus

What is the natural habitat of Oreocereus hendriksenianus?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the growth habit of Oreocereus hendriksenianus?

It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 meters in height

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