Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ottonis
ID:
1220777

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lehm.) N.P.Taylor

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 5: 93. 1987.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001220115

Common Names

  • Parodia ottonis
  • Ottonis Parodia
  • Ottonis Parodia Plant

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Description

Parodia ottonis (also called the 'Otton's Parodia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cactaceae family. It is native to the Himalayas, from Afghanistan to southwestern China, and is found in alpine and subalpine habitats at elevations of 2,500-4,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Parodia ottonis is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Parodia ottonis sub. horstii (F.Ritter) Hofacker
Parodia ottonis sub. ottonis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parodia ottonis is small and yellow with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedling is a small, thin stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parodia ottonis is a cactus native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and should be kept moist until they have rooted. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Parodia ottonis

Parodia ottonis can be found in South America.

Parodia ottonis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parodia ottonis?

Parodia ottonis

What is the natural habitat of Parodia ottonis?

It is found in moist meadows and grasslands in Japan

What is the common name of Parodia ottonis?

Japanese parodia

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

Johann Georg Christian Lehmann (1792-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lehm.' in the authors string.
Nigel Paul Taylor (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Taylor' in the authors string.