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''Acanthocalycium klimpelianum'' is a species of cactus in the genus [[Acanthocalycium]], native to Argentina. | |||
== Description == | == Description == | ||
'''Acanthocalycium klimpelianum''' is a small globose cactus | '''Acanthocalycium klimpelianum''' is a small globose cactus, usually solitary, with a somewhat flattened apex. The stem is green to dark green, reaching up to 8 cm in height and similar in diameter. | ||
The ribs are low and rounded, divided into tubercle-like segments. Areoles are small and bear short, fine radial spines and a few central spines. Spines are thin, straight, and pale, often whitish to light brown. | |||
Flowers are relatively large compared to the plant body, funnel-shaped, typically white to pale pink. The floral tube is covered with small scales bearing bristles and fine spines. | |||
Fruits are small, globose, dry, and dehiscent. Seeds are tiny, dark, and papillose. | |||
== Distribution == | == Distribution == | ||
* Argentina – | * Argentina – Córdoba, San Luis | ||
== Taxonomy == | == Taxonomy == | ||
According to '''Joël Lodé''', this species is placed in the genus [[Acanthocalycium]]. | According to '''Joël Lodé''', this species is placed in the genus [[Acanthocalycium]]. | ||
== Synonyms == | == Synonyms == | ||
* ''[[Echinopsis klimpeliana]]'' | |||
* ''[[Lobivia klimpeliana]]'' | |||
* ''[[Echinopsis klimpeliana]]'' | |||
* ''[[ | |||
== Notes == | == Notes == | ||
* | * A relatively small species, often overlooked due to its modest appearance. | ||
* | * Sometimes included in ''Echinopsis'' in broader classifications. | ||
* | * Characterized by its tuberculate ribs and relatively large flowers. | ||
== Cultivation == | == Cultivation == | ||
* prefers well-draining mineral substrate | |||
* | * requires bright light to full sun | ||
* | * moderate watering during active growth | ||
* moderate watering during growth | * keep dry and cool in winter | ||
* keep dry in winter | |||
[[Category:Cactaceae]] | [[Category:Cactaceae]] | ||
Revision as of 15:02, 13 April 2026
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| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Subfamily | Cactoideae |
| Tribe | Trichocereeae |
| SubTribe | |
| Genus | Acanthocalycium |
| Species | Acanthocalycium klimpelianum |
| Notes | Taxonomy follows Joël Lodé (2015–2019). |
Acanthocalycium klimpelianum is a species of cactus in the genus Acanthocalycium, native to Argentina.
Description
Acanthocalycium klimpelianum is a small globose cactus, usually solitary, with a somewhat flattened apex. The stem is green to dark green, reaching up to 8 cm in height and similar in diameter.
The ribs are low and rounded, divided into tubercle-like segments. Areoles are small and bear short, fine radial spines and a few central spines. Spines are thin, straight, and pale, often whitish to light brown.
Flowers are relatively large compared to the plant body, funnel-shaped, typically white to pale pink. The floral tube is covered with small scales bearing bristles and fine spines.
Fruits are small, globose, dry, and dehiscent. Seeds are tiny, dark, and papillose.
Distribution
- Argentina – Córdoba, San Luis
Taxonomy
According to Joël Lodé, this species is placed in the genus Acanthocalycium.
Synonyms
Notes
- A relatively small species, often overlooked due to its modest appearance.
- Sometimes included in Echinopsis in broader classifications.
- Characterized by its tuberculate ribs and relatively large flowers.
Cultivation
- prefers well-draining mineral substrate
- requires bright light to full sun
- moderate watering during active growth
- keep dry and cool in winter
