Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hortensis
ID:
399072

Status:
valid

Authors:
Voss

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Vilm. Blumengärtn. ed. 3 1: 385. 1894: 385. 1894.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398404

Common Names

  • Hortensis Pereskia
  • Hortensis Barbados Gooseberry
  • Hortensis Pereskia

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Description

Pereskia hortensis (also called Garden Pereskia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cactaceae family. It is a shrub-like cactus, growing up to 3 metres tall and 1 metre in diameter. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pereskia hortensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in rock gardens and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pereskia hortensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pereskia hortensis is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas. Propagation is usually done by seed, which can be collected from the shrub's fruits. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted to larger containers when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Pereskia hortensis

Pereskia hortensis can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Pereskia hortensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pereskia hortensis?

Pereskia hortensis

How much light does Pereskia hortensis need?

Pereskia hortensis prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Pereskia hortensis?

Water Pereskia hortensis when the top inch of soil is dry.

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,

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