Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
kruegerae
ID:
428174

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cárdenas) F.H.Brandt

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen Orch. Rundschau 1977: 70. 1977.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427506

Common Names

  • Weingartia kruegerae
  • Kruegerae weingartia
  • Weingartia

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Synonyms

  • Rebutia kruegerae (Cárdenas) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Sulcorebutia kruegerae (Cárdenas) F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Aylostera kruegerae Cárdenas [unknown]
  • Rebutia steinbachii kruegerae (Cárdenas) D.R.Hunt [unknown]
  • Sulcorebutia steinbachii kruegerae (Cárdenas) Fritz, Gertel & J.de Vries [unknown]
  • Sulcorebutia steinbachii kruegerae (Cárdenas) Fritz, Gertel & J.de Vries [unknown]
  • Weingartia steinbachii kruegerae (Cárdenas) Hentzschel & K.Augustin [unknown]

Description

Weingartia kruegerae (also called Krueger's Weingartia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in moist habitats such as wet meadows, swamps, and along streams. It has a creeping habit and produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Weingartia kruegerae has been used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of food, for medicinal purposes, as a fuel source, and for construction materials.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Pale yellow, with 4 petals. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Long and thin, with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Weingartia kruegerae 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 Weingartia kruegerae

Weingartia kruegerae is native to South America and can be found in the surrounding areas.

Weingartia kruegerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Weingartia kruegerae?

Weingartia kruegerae

What is the common name of Weingartia kruegerae?

Krueger's Weingartia

What is the natural habitat of Weingartia kruegerae?

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