Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
recurvatus
ID:
750884

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gilmer & H.P.Thomas) D.R.Hunt & Ritz

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
in Cactaceae Syst. Init. 25: 27. 2011.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750217

Common Names

  • Tephrocactus recurvatus
  • Recurvatus Tephrocactus
  • Recurved Tephrocactus

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Description

Tephrocactus recurvatus (also called Recurved Tephrocactus, among many other common names) is an evergreen cactus native to South America. It has small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in areas with limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrocactus recurvatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrocactus recurvatus is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrocactus recurvatus is a cactus that can grow up to 1-2 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix in a warm, dry environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, dry environment until they are established.

Where to Find Tephrocactus recurvatus

Tephrocactus recurvatus is native to Argentina and can be found in the provinces of Catamarca, La Rioja, and San Juan.

Tephrocactus recurvatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrocactus recurvatus?

Tephrocactus recurvatus

What is the family of Tephrocactus recurvatus?

Cactaceae

Where is Tephrocactus recurvatus native to?

Argentina

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

David Hunt (1938-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.R.Hunt' in the authors string.
Klaus Gilmer (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilmer' in the authors string.
Hans-Peter Thomas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Thomas' in the authors string.
Christiane Ritz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ritz' in the authors string.