Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
frohningiorum
ID:
428216

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ralf Bauer

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 52(9): 228. 2001.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427548

Common Names

  • Weberocereus frohningiorum
  • Frohningiorum weberocereus
  • Weberocereus

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Description

Weberocereus frohningiorum (also called Frohning's Weberocereus, among many other common names) is a perennial cactus native to South America. It grows in dry habitats such as deserts and rocky hillsides. It has an upright habit and produces small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Weberocereus frohningiorum is used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellow, solitary or in small groups. Seed: small, black, shiny. Seedlings: with pointed leaves, hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Weberocereus frohningiorum is a slow-growing cactus that requires a well-draining soil mix and plenty of light. It is best propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It is also possible to propagate by grafting.

Where to Find Weberocereus frohningiorum

Weberocereus frohningiorum is native to South America and can be found in the surrounding areas.

Weberocereus frohningiorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Weberocereus frohningiorum?

Weberocereus frohningiorum

What is the common name of Weberocereus frohningiorum?

Frohning's Weberocereus

What is the natural habitat of Weberocereus frohningiorum?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia

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

Ralf Bauer (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ralf Bauer' in the authors string.