Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
trollii
ID:
1246473

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kupper) Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
in Monatsschr. Deutsch. Kakteen-Ges. 1: 96. 1929.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245811

Common Names

  • Oreocereus Trollii
  • Troll's Oreocereus
  • Troll's Cactus

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Description

Oreocereus trollii (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 trollii 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 trollii has white flowers with a diameter of 3 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval. Its seedlings are light green and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreocereus trollii 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 trollii

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

Oreocereus trollii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreocereus trollii?

Oreocereus trollii

What is the natural habitat of Oreocereus trollii?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the growth habit of Oreocereus trollii?

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

Walter Kupper (1874-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kupper' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.