Matucana intertexta
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A clump-forming perennial cactus to 15cm tall, with spherical to short cylindrical, shiny dark green stems, each with 14-18 warty, sometimes spiralling ribs. From spring to early summer it produces funnel-shaped orange flowers to 7cm long
Scientific classification
- Species
- Matucana intertexta (Matucana intertexta)
- Genus
- Matucana
- Family
- Cactaceae
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- Toxicity
- Cactus Succulent · Houseplants
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Matucana intertexta
Distribution map
Peru
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Matucana intertexta
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Matucana intertexta care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by sowing seed at 21°C in spring and summer, separate offsets in spring and summer
Growing
GrowingUnder 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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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to scale insects and mealybugs
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