Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
caesarea
ID:
681567

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cham. & Schltdl.) V.C.Souza

Source:
cmp

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Bradea 8: 223 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680900



Common Names

  • Esterhazya Caesarea
  • Caesarea Esterhazya
  • Esterhazya Weed


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Description

Esterhazya caesarea (also called Caesar's Esterhazya, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Peru. It is a shrubby cactus, with multiple stems that can grow up to 2 feet tall. It has short, white spines that give it a fuzzy appearance. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, typically at elevations of 1000-3000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Esterhazya caesarea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Esterhazya caesarea has white flowers with yellow centers and red stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Esterhazya caesarea is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water sparingly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Esterhazya caesarea

Esterhazya caesarea is native to the mountains of western China and Tibet.

Esterhazya caesarea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Esterhazya caesarea?

Esterhazya caesarea

What type of plant is Esterhazya caesarea?

It is a shrub

Where is Esterhazya caesarea native to?

It is native to Peru

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
Vinicius Castro Souza (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.C.Souza' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1131060-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].