Maihuenia poeppigii

Maihuenia poeppigiiMaihuenia poeppigii is a succulent plant that is commonly known as Maihuenia philippii. A native of Southern chile, this variety belongs to the Cactaceae family and grows up to 6 in. (15 Cm) in height. Growth Rate This plant grows slowly. Flowering The flowers bloom in Mid summer with beautiful bright yellow shades. The blooms do not have any distinct fragrance. Water and Feeding Fertilizer These cacti are drought tolerant. It is good to water them

Maihuenia poeppigii is a succulent plant that is commonly known as ‘Maihuenia philippii’. A native of Southern chile, this variety belongs to the Cactaceae family and grows up to 6 in. (15 Cm) in height.

Growth Rate

This plant grows slowly.

Flowering

The flowers bloom in Mid-summer with beautiful bright yellow shades. The blooms do not have any distinct fragrance.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

These cacti are drought-tolerant. It is good to water them during the spring and summer seasons. However, it is suggested not to keep them too dry or too wet.

Soil

Maihuenia poeppigii needs quick-draining soil.

Hardiness

Maihuenia poeppigii is hardy in zones 8b to 11 and has a frost tolerance of -10° C (14° F).

​Light

This cactus needs full sun to light shade. It can tolerant bright sunlight. If you are planting it in a cold climate, it is better to let these plants sit in full bright sunlight.

Propagation

Maihuenia philippii is propagated through seeds or stem cuttings.

The funnel-shaped plant looks attractive with beautiful yellow color flowers. It is eye-catching and a must-have showpiece.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz