Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
inserta
ID:
606255

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.T.Philbrick, Novelo & Irgang

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 29: 113 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605587



Common Names

  • Cipoia inserta
  • Fairy Castle Cactus
  • Old Man of the Mountain


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Description

Cipoia inserta (also called 'Inserta Cactus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cactaceae family. It is native to Brazil, where it grows in rocky habitats at high altitudes.

Uses & Benefits

Cipoia inserta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, fever, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cipoia inserta has a small, white flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cipoia inserta is a cactus native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. When grown in cultivation, it prefers a bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It should be watered sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Cipoia inserta

Cipoia inserta is native to Brazil. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Cipoia inserta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cipoia inserta?

Cipoia inserta

What is the common name of Cipoia inserta?

Inserted Cipoia

What is the natural habitat of Cipoia inserta?

Tropical rainforests of Brazil

Species in the Cipoia genus

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2721771: Based on the initial data import
Bruno Edgar Irgang (1941-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Irgang' in the authors string.
C. Thomas Philbrick: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.Philbrick' in the authors string.
Alejandro Novelo Retana (1951-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Novelo' in the authors string.