Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
rondonianus
ID:
1289276

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kelsey & Dayton

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Standard. Pl. Names: 78. 1942.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288614

Common Names

  • Rondonian Trichocereus
  • Rondonian Peruvian Torch
  • Rondonian San Pedro Cactus

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Description

Trichocereus rondonianus (also called Rondon's 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 rondonianus 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 rondonianus 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 rondonianus 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 rondonianus

Trichocereus rondonianus is native to Bolivia.

Trichocereus rondonianus FAQ

What is the common name of Trichocereus rondonianus?

Rondonian Torch

What is the ideal temperature for Trichocereus rondonianus?

65-80 degrees Fahrenheit

What is the ideal light for Trichocereus rondonianus?

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

Francis Duncan Kelsey (1849-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kelsey' in the authors string.
William Adams Dayton (1885-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dayton' in the authors string.