Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
claviceps
ID:
398883

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Ritter) F.H.Brandt

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen Orch. Rundschau 7: 62. 1982.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398215

Common Names

  • Parodia claviceps
  • Clubhead Parodia
  • Clubhead Notocactus

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Synonyms

  • Notocactus claviceps (F.Ritter) Krainz [unknown]
  • Eriocactus claviceps F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Eriocactus schumannianus claviceps (F.Ritter) Doweld [unknown]
  • Eriocephala claviceps (F.Ritter) Lodé [unknown]
  • Eriocephala schumanniana claviceps (F.Ritter) Guiggi [unknown]
  • Notocactus schumannianus claviceps (F.Ritter) Doweld [unknown]
  • Parodia schumanniana claviceps (F.Ritter) Hofacker & P.J.Braun [unknown]

Description

Parodia claviceps (also called Club-Headed Parodia, among many other common names) is a columnar cactus native to South America. It has a grey-green stem with yellowish-brown spines and white flowers. It grows in rocky, dry areas and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Parodia claviceps is used for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parodia claviceps is yellow, with a diameter of about 3 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are green and spiny.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parodia claviceps is a fast-growing cactus that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It is best propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, cut a stem from the mother plant and allow it to dry for a few days before planting. Plant the stem in a well-draining cactus mix and keep it in a warm, sunny location. Water the plant regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Parodia claviceps

Parodia claviceps can be found in Argentina and Bolivia.

Parodia claviceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parodia claviceps?

Parodia claviceps

What is the natural habitat of Parodia claviceps?

Arid regions of South America

What is the growth habit of Parodia claviceps?

A small, succulent cactus

Species in the Parodia genus

Parodia claviceps, Parodia nothorauschii, Parodia neohorstii, Parodia microsperma, Parodia carambeiensis, Parodia camblayoides, Parodia stockingeri, Parodia rechensis, Parodia gaucha, Parodia neobuenekeri, Parodia mammulosa, Parodia ottonis, Parodia linkii, Parodia schumanniana, Parodia comarapana, Parodia ocampoi, Parodia schwebsiana, Parodia gibbulosa, Parodia prestoensis, Parodia curvispina, Parodia erubescens, Parodia langsdorfii, Parodia tenuicylindrica, Parodia alacriportana, Parodia allosiphon, Parodia aureicentra, Parodia buiningii, Parodia chrysacanthion, Parodia commutans, Parodia concinna, Parodia crassigibba, Parodia erinacea, Parodia formosa, Parodia fusca, Parodia haselbergii, Parodia hausteiniana, Parodia herteri, Parodia horstii, Parodia maassii, Parodia magnifica, Parodia horrida, Parodia mueller-melchersii, Parodia muricata, Parodia nigrispina, Parodia nivosa, Parodia oxycostata, Parodia procera, Parodia ritteri, Parodia scopa, Parodia stuemeri,

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

Friedrich Ritter (1898-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Ritter' in the authors string.
Fred H. Brandt (1908-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Brandt' in the authors string.