Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
leucotrichus
ID:
1288682

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Wagenkn.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
in Anales Acad. Chilena Ci. Nat. no. 20: 102. 1956.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288020

Common Names

  • Oreocereus leucotrichus
  • White-haired Old Man Cactus
  • Old Man of the Mountains

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Description

Oreocereus leucotrichus (also called White-haired Oreocereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to South America. It is a shrubby cactus with light green stems that can reach up to 8 meters in height. It is found in dry, rocky habitats in Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, and Brazil.

Uses & Benefits

Oreocereus leucotrichus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its edible fruit.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oreocereus leucotrichus are white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreocereus leucotrichus is a slow-growing cactus species. It is best grown in well-draining, sandy soil in a sunny location. Propagation is usually done by seed or by cutting off offsets from the parent plant.

Where to Find Oreocereus leucotrichus

Oreocereus leucotrichus is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Oreocereus leucotrichus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreocereus leucotrichus?

Oreocereus leucotrichus

What is the common name of Oreocereus leucotrichus?

White-haired Oreocereus

What is the natural habitat of Oreocereus leucotrichus?

It is native to Bolivia

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

Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Rodolfo Wagenknecht: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagenkn.' in the authors string.