Matucana intertexta

How to Grow and Care for Matucana intertexta

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Under glass grow in a mix of 4 parts cactus compost to 1 part limestone chippings, in full light. From springh to summer water freely, apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Keep dry at other times. See cactus and succulent cultivation for further information

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing Matucana intertexta

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAlkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Under glass grow in a mix of 4 parts cactus compost to 1 part limestone chippings, in full light. From springh to summer water freely, apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Keep dry at other times. See cactus and succulent cultivation for further information

How to Water Matucana intertexta?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Matucana intertexta?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Matucana intertexta?

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What Soil Is Best for Matucana intertexta?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Matucana intertexta?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize Matucana intertexta?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune Matucana intertexta?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate Matucana intertexta?

Propagate by sowing seed at 21°C in spring and summer, separate offsets in spring and summer

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How to Transplant Matucana intertexta?

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How to Care for Matucana intertexta in Winter?

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How to Plant Matucana intertexta?

Under glass grow in a mix of 4 parts cactus compost to 1 part limestone chippings, in full light. From springh to summer water freely, apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Keep dry at other times. See cactus and succulent cultivation for further information

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How to Repot Matucana intertexta?

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How to Harvest Matucana intertexta?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

May be susceptible to scale insects and mealybugs

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The Toxicity of Matucana intertexta

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Attributes of Matucana intertexta

Plant typeCactus Succulent · Houseplants
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitClump forming
OriginPeru

Scientific Classification

Species
Matucana intertexta
Genus
Matucana
Family
Cactaceae
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