Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
laui
ID:
1266507

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lüthy) Mottram

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 19: 76. 2001.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265845

Common Names

  • Rimacactus laui
  • Laui Rimacactus
  • Rimacactus Laui

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Description

Rimacactus laui (also called 'Laui Rimacactus', among many other common names) is a small, perennial cactus native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant, with small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils, and can tolerate drought and heat.

Uses & Benefits

Rimacactus laui is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rimacactus laui is a small, white to pinkish-white, five-petalled flower with a long, slender tube. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rimacactus laui can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the plants when they are actively growing.

Where to Find Rimacactus laui

Rimacactus laui can be found in Peru and Bolivia.

Rimacactus laui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rimacactus laui?

Rimacactus laui

What is the common name of Rimacactus laui?

Lau's Rimacactus

What type of plant is Rimacactus laui?

A cactus

Species in the Rimacactus 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,