Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peruviana
ID:
1288113

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 3: 102. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287451

Common Names

  • Peruvian Oroya
  • Oroya Peruviana
  • Peruvian Carrot Cactus

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Description

Oroya peruviana (also called Peruvian Oroya, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Peru and Bolivia. It is a low-growing cactus with white spines, and can reach up to 1 meter in height. It is found in dry areas, such as rocky slopes and desert scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Oroya peruviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in rock gardens, as a border plant, and as a potted plant. It is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. It is also used in green roofs and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oroya peruviana is white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a black color. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oroya peruviana is a shrubby cactus native to Peru. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Cut a stem from the parent plant and let it dry for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Water the cutting regularly until it is established.

Where to Find Oroya peruviana

Oroya peruviana is native to the Andes mountains of South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Oroya peruviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oroya peruviana?

Oroya peruviana

What is the common name of Oroya peruviana?

Peruvian Oroya

What is the natural habitat of Oroya peruviana?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Andes Mountains

Species in the Oroya genus

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.