Status:
valid
Authors:
Cárdenas
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 42(1): 38–39. 1970.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262953
Common Names
- Rebutia pulchra
- Beautiful Rebutia
- Pretty Rebutia
Description
Rebutia pulchra (also called 'Pretty Rebutia', among many other common names) is a cactus native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and thick, fleshy stems. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in mountainous regions.
Uses & Benefits
Rebutia pulchra is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring in food and drinks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rebutia pulchra is a yellow-green in colour and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rebutia pulchra is a hardy, evergreen cactus that grows to 30cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Sow seed in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Rebutia pulchra
Rebutia pulchra is native to South America. It can be found in dry and open habitats, such as chaparral, grassland, and open woodlands.
Rebutia pulchra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rebutia pulchra?
Rebutia pulchra
What is the common name of Rebutia pulchra?
Pulchra Cactus
What is the natural habitat of Rebutia pulchra?
It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands in South America.
Species in the Rebutia genus
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,