Aporrhiza le-testui - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
le-testui
ID:
541602
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pellegr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 101: 138 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540934
Common Names
- Le-Testu's Aporrhiza
- Le-Testu's Wood-sorrel
- Le-Testu's Oxalis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aporrhiza le-testui (also called Le Testu's Cactus, among many other common names) is a cactus species native to Mexico and Central America. It is a climbing cactus with cylindrical stems, up to 3 m long, that can reach up to 1 m in height. The stems are covered with small spines and have small, white flowers. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Aporrhiza le-testui is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Aporrhiza le-testui has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers. Seed: The seeds of Aporrhiza le-testui are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Aporrhiza le-testui are small and have a single stem with small, green leaves.
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Aporrhiza le-testui can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or summer.
Where to Find Aporrhiza le-testui
Aporrhiza le-testui is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests, woodlands, and savannas.
Aporrhiza le-testui FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aporrhiza le-testui?
Aporrhiza le-testui
What is the common name of Aporrhiza le-testui?
Le-Testui Aporrhiza
Where is Aporrhiza le-testui native to?
Central and South America
Species in the Aporrhiza genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2644381: Based on the initial data import
François Pellegrin (1881-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pellegr.' in the authors string.