Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
schulzii
ID:
571504

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Cast. & H.V.Lelong) Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 1: 373. 1958.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570836



Common Names

  • Brasiliopuntia schulzii
  • Schulz's Brasiliopuntia
  • Brasiliopuntia
  • Schulz's Brasiliopuntia


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Synonyms

  • Brasiliopuntia argentina (Griseb.) A.Berger [unknown]
  • Opuntia argentina Griseb. [unknown]
  • Opuntia schulzii A.Cast. & H.V.Lelong [unknown]

Description

Brasiliopuntia schulzii (also called Brazilian Prickly Pear, among many other common names) is a cactus that is native to Brazil and grows in dry, rocky areas. It has flat, oval-shaped pads that are covered in spines and yellow flowers with red centers.

Uses & Benefits

Brasiliopuntia schulzii 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 schulzii 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 schulzii 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 schulzii

Brasiliopuntia schulzii can be found in the wild in South America, particularly in Argentina.

Brasiliopuntia schulzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brasiliopuntia schulzii?

Brasiliopuntia schulzii

What is the common name of Brasiliopuntia schulzii?

Schulz's Brasiliopuntia

What is the natural habitat of Brasiliopuntia schulzii?

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,

References

Alberto Castellanos (1896-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cast.' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.
H. V. Lelong (1910-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.V.Lelong' in the authors string.