Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
571500

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) A.Berger

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Entwicklungslin. Kakt.: 94. 1926.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570832



Common Names

  • Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis
  • Brazilian Brasiliopuntia
  • Brasiliopuntia
  • Brazilian Brasiliopuntia


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Synonyms

  • Opuntia hieronymi Griseb. [unknown]
  • Opuntia brasiliensis (Willd.) Haw. [unknown]
  • Opuntia arborea (Vell.) Steud. [unknown]
  • Brasiliopuntia bahiensis (Britton & Rose) A.Berger [unknown]
  • Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis bahiensis (Britton & Rose) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]
  • Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis subacarpa (Rizzini & A.Mattos) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]
  • Brasiliopuntia neoargentina Backeb. [unknown]
  • Brasiliopuntia subacarpa Rizzini & A.Mattos [unknown]
  • Cactus arboreus Vell. [unknown]
  • Cactus brasiliensis Willd. [unknown]
  • Cactus heterocladus A.St.-Hil. [unknown]
  • Cactus paradoxus Hornem. [unknown]
  • Cereus paradoxus Steud. [unknown]
  • Opuntia brasiliensis bahiensis (Britton & Rose) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]
  • Opuntia brasiliensis subacarpa (Rizzini & A.Mattos) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]
  • Opuntia bahiensis Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Opuntia neoargentina (Backeb.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]

Description

Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Prickly Pear, among many other common names) is a cactus native to South America. It grows in dry, rocky soils in desert and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to create a low-maintenance landscape. The plant has a long flowering season and produces bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis is a cactus species native to Brazil. It is a slow-growing, columnar cactus that can reach up to 4 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis

Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis?

Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis

What is the common name of Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis?

Brazilian Brasiliopuntia

What is the natural habitat of Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis?

Dry grassland, rocky slopes and scrubland

Species in the Brasiliopuntia genus

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,