Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
fidana
ID:
1253060

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Backeb.) Werderm.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
in Kakteenkunde 1937: 21. 1937.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252398

Common Names

  • Weingartia fidana
  • Fidana Weingartia
  • Fidana's Weingartia

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Description

Weingartia fidana (also called 'Fidan's Weingartia', among many other common names) is a small cactus native to South America. It has an upright, spreading habit and grows up to 1 meter tall. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate. It prefers dry, well-drained soils in tropical and subtropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Weingartia fidana has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever and rheumatism. It is also used as a dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Weingartia fidana sub. cintiensis (Cárdenas) Donald
Weingartia fidana sub. fidana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Weingartia fidana are yellow, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Weingartia fidana is a cactus native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Weingartia fidana

Weingartia fidana is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Weingartia fidana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Weingartia fidana?

Weingartia fidana

What is the common name of Weingartia fidana?

Fidana Weingartia

Where is Weingartia fidana found?

Weingartia fidana is found in 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

Erich Werdermann (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Werderm.' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.