Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
horrida
ID:
1288114

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) DC.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 3: 475. 1828.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287452

Common Names

  • Hairy Pereskia
  • Pereskia Horrida
  • Hairy Leaf Cactus

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Description

Pereskia horrida (also called Hairy Pereskia, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Peru and Bolivia. It is a low-growing cactus with yellow 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

Pereskia horrida 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 Pereskia horrida 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

Pereskia horrida 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 Pereskia horrida

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

Pereskia horrida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pereskia horrida?

Pereskia horrida

What is the common name of Pereskia horrida?

Hairy Pereskia

What is the natural habitat of Pereskia horrida?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Andes Mountains

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

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.