Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
padcayensis
ID:
1255593

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rausch

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 21: 65. 1970.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254931

Common Names

  • Rebutia Padcayensis
  • Padcayen's Rebutia
  • Padcayen's Cactus

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Description

Rebutia padcayensis (also called Padcaya rebutia, among many other common names) is a small cactus that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to Bolivia and Argentina. It grows in desert scrub and grasslands, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rebutia padcayensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rebutia padcayensis has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rebutia padcayensis is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Rebutia padcayensis should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Rebutia padcayensis

Rebutia padcayensis is native to South America.

Rebutia padcayensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rebutia padcayensis?

Rebutia padcayensis

What is the common name of Rebutia padcayensis?

Padcayen's Rebutia

What is the natural habitat of Rebutia padcayensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

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