Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
676835

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) A.Robyns

Source:
cmp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 33: 159 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000676167



Common Names

  • Eriotheca Discolor
  • Discolor Copiapoa
  • Discolor Eriotheca


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Synonyms

  • Bombax discolor Kunth [unknown]
  • Bombax weberbaueri Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Eriotheca discolor (also called Eriotheca discolor, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Bolivia, Peru, and Ecuador. It is a globose cactus with a short stem, up to 8 cm tall and 8 cm in diameter, with 8-10 ribs. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriotheca discolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriotheca discolor is a yellow-orange color and is shaped like a funnel. The seed is a small, brown, flattened oval. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriotheca discolor can be propagated by seed or offsets. It prefers a well-drained soil mix and bright light. Water when the soil is dry and fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Eriotheca discolor

Eriotheca discolor can be found in Peru.

Eriotheca discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriotheca discolor?

Eriotheca discolor

What is the common name of Eriotheca discolor?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Eriotheca discolor?

Eriotheca discolor is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2797570: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
André Georges Marie Walter Albert Robyns (1935-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Robyns' in the authors string.