Weingartia pulquinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulquinensis
ID:
1246496
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cárdenas
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
in: Rev. Agric., Cochabamba 6: 26. 1951.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245834
Common Names
- Weingartia pulquinensis
- Pulquinensis Weingartia
- Weingartia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Weingartia pulquinensis (also called 'Weingartia', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Cactaceae family. It is native to Bolivia and Peru. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry shrublands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Weingartia pulquinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Weingartia pulquinensis is yellow and small, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Weingartia pulquinensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Weingartia pulquinensis
Weingartia pulquinensis can be found in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia.
Weingartia pulquinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Weingartia pulquinensis?
Weingartia pulquinensis
What is the natural habitat of Weingartia pulquinensis?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What is the growth habit of Weingartia pulquinensis?
It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 meters in height
Species in the Weingartia genus
Weingartia kruegerae, Weingartia cardenasiana, Weingartia crispata, Weingartia cylindrica, Weingartia mentosa, Weingartia arenacea, Weingartia breviflora, Weingartia canigueralii, Weingartia tiraquensis, Weingartia azurduyensis, Weingartia dorana, Weingartia frey-juckeri, Weingartia juckeri, Weingartia vasqueziana, Weingartia pulquinensis, Weingartia purpurea, Weingartia sapi, Weingartia tarijensis, Weingartia fidana, Weingartia westii, Weingartia neocumingii, Weingartia cintia,
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,