Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
amstutziae
ID:
573300

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rauh & Backeb.) Hutchison ex Krainz

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Kakteen: 31. 1965.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572632

Common Names

  • Browningia amstutziae
  • Amstutziae Browningia
  • Amstutziae Tree

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Synonyms

  • Gymnocereus amstutziae Rauh & Backeb. [unknown]
  • Gymnanthocereus amstutziae (Rauh & Backeb.) Guiggi [unknown]

Description

Browningia amstutziae (also called 'Amstutz's Browningia', among many other common names) is a perennial cactus native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as deserts, and has large, spiny, cylindrical stems.

Uses & Benefits

Browningia amstutziae is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in bonsai. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various conditions such as fever, headaches, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Browningia amstutziae is a small, yellow, tubular flower with a yellowish-green center and a yellow, five-lobed corolla. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Browningia amstutziae is a cactus species native to Peru. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water it sparingly and fertilize it once a year.

Where to Find Browningia amstutziae

Browningia amstutziae is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America.

Browningia amstutziae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Browningia amstutziae?

Browningia amstutziae

What is the natural habitat of Browningia amstutziae?

Rocky areas

What are the common names of Browningia amstutziae?

Amstutz's Browningia

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

Werner Rauh (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauh' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.
Hans Krainz (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krainz' in the authors string.
Paul Clifford Hutchison (1924-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutchison' in the authors string.