Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
bridgesii
ID:
1289352

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Salm-Dyck) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 2: 134. 1920.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288690

Common Names

  • Bridges' Trichocereus
  • Bridges' Peruvian Torch
  • Bridges' San Pedro Cactus

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Description

Trichocereus bridgesii (also called Bridges' Trichocereus, among many other common names) is a tall, columnar cactus with a sparse covering of spines. It is native to South America and is found in rocky hillsides and dry scrublands. It has a single stem with a diameter of up to 4 inches and is usually covered with white, yellow, or pink spines.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocereus bridgesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichocereus bridgesii is white, with a diameter of about 3 cm. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocereus bridgesii is a fast-growing cactus that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It should be watered when the soil is dry and fertilized during the growing season.

Where to Find Trichocereus bridgesii

Trichocereus bridgesii can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Trichocereus bridgesii FAQ

What is the common name of Trichocereus bridgesii?

Bolivian Torch

What is the ideal temperature for Trichocereus bridgesii?

65-80 degrees Fahrenheit

What is the ideal light for Trichocereus bridgesii?

Bright, indirect light

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Joseph zu Salm-Reifferscheidt-Dyck (1773-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salm-Dyck' in the authors string.