Acanthocalycium klimpelianum: Difference between revisions
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| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Subfamily | Cactoideae |
| Tribe | Trichocereeae |
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| Genus | Acanthocalycium |
| Species | Acanthocalycium klimpelianum |
| Notes | Taxonomy follows Joël Lodé (2015–2019). |
Description
Acanthocalycium klimpelianum is a small globose cactus species native to Argentina. Plants are typically solitary, occasionally forming small clusters with age. The stem is dark green to gray-green, spherical to slightly depressed, reaching up to 8–10 cm in diameter.
The ribs are well defined, divided into tubercles. Areoles are rounded, bearing clusters of spines. Spines are stiff, radial spines numbering around 8–12, thin and straight, while central spines (1–3) are slightly longer and more robust.
Flowers are funnel-shaped, relatively large compared to the body, typically pink to magenta with lighter throats. Floral tubes bear scales with fine hairs and bristles. Fruits are small, dry, and dehiscent when mature.
Distribution
- Argentina – northwestern regions
Occurs in dry mountainous habitats, often on rocky slopes and well-drained soils.
Taxonomy
According to Joël Lodé, this species is placed in the genus Acanthocalycium.
The genus is closely related to Echinopsis and has historically been included within it by some authors, reflecting ongoing taxonomic debates within the tribe Trichocereeae.
📚 Taxonomy note: Taxonomic placement follows the system of Joël Lodé (2015–2019).
Species within the genus
- Acanthocalycium ferrarii
- Acanthocalycium glaucum
- Acanthocalycium klimpelianum
- Acanthocalycium spiniflorum
- Acanthocalycium thionanthum
Synonyms
The following names have been associated with this species:
Notes
- Species is appreciated for its vivid flower coloration.
- Shows morphological similarities with species of Echinopsis.
- Adapted to arid, high-drainage environments.
Cultivation
This species is relatively easy to cultivate:
- requires very well-draining mineral substrate
- prefers bright light to full sun
- moderate watering during growth period
- keep dry in winter to avoid rot
