Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
amazonica
ID:
399358

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Ralf Bauer

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
in Haseltonia 9: 101. 2002.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398690

Common Names

  • Pseudorhipsalis amazonica
  • Amazonica Pseudorhipsalis
  • Amazonica Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Wittia amazonica K.Schum. [illegitimate]
  • Disocactus amazonicus (K.Schum.) D.R.Hunt [unknown]
  • Wittiocactus amazonicus (K.Schum.) Rauschert [unknown]

Description

Pseudorhipsalis amazonica (also called Amazon Pseudorhipsalis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudorhipsalis amazonica is a cactus-like plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pseudorhipsalis amazonica sub. panamensis (Britton & Rose) Ralf Bauer
Pseudorhipsalis amazonica sub. chocoensis Ralf Bauer
Pseudorhipsalis amazonica sub. amazonica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudorhipsalis amazonica has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudorhipsalis amazonica is a cactus native to the Amazon rainforest. It grows to a height of up to 5 feet and has small, spiny leaves. The flowers are small and yellow. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Pseudorhipsalis amazonica

Pseudorhipsalis amazonica can be found in South America, including parts of Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.

Pseudorhipsalis amazonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudorhipsalis amazonica?

Pseudorhipsalis amazonica

What is the common name of Pseudorhipsalis amazonica?

Amazonian Pseudorhipsalis

What is the habitat of Pseudorhipsalis amazonica?

It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams

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

Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Ralf Bauer (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ralf Bauer' in the authors string.