Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
eglandulosa
ID:
663087

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Juss.) Small

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 25: 148 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000662419



Common Names

  • Echinopterys eglandulosa
  • Eglandulous Hedgehog Cactus
  • Eglandulous Easter Lily Cactus


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Description

Echinopterys eglandulosa (also called Eglandular Echinopterys, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Echinopterys eglandulosa is used in landscaping as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinopterys eglandulosa is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinopterys eglandulosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of 18-25°C. Cuttings should be taken from the side branches and placed in a rooting hormone before being placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the temperature at 18-25°C.

Where to Find Echinopterys eglandulosa

Echinopterys eglandulosa can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America, from Peru to Bolivia.

Echinopterys eglandulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinopterys eglandulosa?

Echinopterys eglandulosa

What is the common name of Echinopterys eglandulosa?

Eglandulosa Cactus

What type of cactus is Echinopterys eglandulosa?

Columnar cactus

Species in the Echinopterys genus

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2783716: Based on the initial data import
John Kunkel Small (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Small' in the authors string.
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.