Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
famatinensis
ID:
1421497

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Speg.) Schlumpb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
in Cactaceae Syst. Init. 28: 30. 2012.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001433962

Common Names

  • Reicheocactus famatinensis
  • Famatina Reicheocactus
  • Famatina Cactus

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Description

Reicheocactus famatinensis (also called Famatina Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Argentina. It is a small, globular cactus with white spines and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats in the mountains of northern Argentina.

Uses & Benefits

Reicheocactus famatinensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a natural fence, and as a source of food. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Reicheocactus famatinensis has yellow flowers with white centers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Where to Find Reicheocactus famatinensis

Reicheocactus famatinensis can be found in the Argentine provinces of Catamarca and La Rioja.

Reicheocactus famatinensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Reicheocactus famatinensis?

Reicheocactus famatinensis is native to Argentina.

What is the growth habit of Reicheocactus famatinensis?

Reicheocactus famatinensis is a columnar cactus with short, thick stems.

What is the flower color of Reicheocactus famatinensis?

The flowers of Reicheocactus famatinensis are yellow or orange.

Species in the Reicheocactus 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,

References

Carlos Luigi Spegazzini (1858-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speg.' in the authors string.
Boris O. Schlumpberger (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schlumpb.' in the authors string.