Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
ritteri
ID:
1288483

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cullmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 9: 101. 1958.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287821

Common Names

  • Oreocereus ritteri
  • Ritter's Oreocereus
  • Ritter's Cactus

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Description

Oreocereus ritteri (also called Ritter's Oreocereus, among many other common names) is a tall, columnar cactus with white spines and white flowers. It is native to Peru and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oreocereus ritteri is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating inflammation and pain relief.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Oreocereus ritteri has yellow flowers with a red center and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreocereus ritteri is a cactus species native to Peru. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To cultivate, it needs a well-draining soil mix and plenty of sunlight. Water sparingly during the summer months and more frequently during the winter months.

Where to Find Oreocereus ritteri

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

Oreocereus ritteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreocereus ritteri?

Oreocereus ritteri

What is the natural habitat of Oreocereus ritteri?

Rocky outcrops of Peru

What is the average size of Oreocereus ritteri?

Up to 8 inches 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