Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
rotundifolia
ID:
398515

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
in Smithsonian Misc. Collect. 50: 333. 1907.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397847

Common Names

  • Pereskiopsis rotundifolia
  • Round-Leaved Pereskiopsis
  • Round-Leaved Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Pereskia rotundifolia DC. [unknown]
  • Grusonia rotundifolia (DC.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Cactus frutescens Moc. & Sessé ex Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Cactus rotundifolius Moc. & Sessé ex DC. [invalid]
  • Opuntia chapistle F.A.C.Weber [unknown]
  • Pereskiopsis chapistle (F.A.C.Weber) Britton & Rose [unknown]

Description

Pereskiopsis rotundifolia (also called Round-Leaf Pereskiopsis, among many other common names) is a columnar cactus native to Mexico and Central 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

Pereskiopsis rotundifolia 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

Pereskiopsis rotundifolia has small white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pereskiopsis rotundifolia 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 Pereskiopsis rotundifolia

Pereskiopsis rotundifolia is native to Central and South America, where it can be found in tropical rainforests and montane forests.

Pereskiopsis rotundifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pereskiopsis rotundifolia?

Pereskiopsis rotundifolia

What is the common name of Pereskiopsis rotundifolia?

Round-leaved Pereskiopsis

What is the natural habitat of Pereskiopsis rotundifolia?

It is found in the tropical forests of Mexico

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

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