Maihuenia poeppigii
Pöppig maihuenia
A slow-growing, mat-forming perennial cactus to 15cm high with a cylindrical, spiny and branched stem. Dark green, cylindrical, almost needle-like leaves form at the end of each branch and may be crowned by a funnel-shaped yellow flower in summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Cactaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
A genus of cacti found in the Andean region of Argentina and Chile producing low-growing mats of segmented short stems and small, rounded leaves. The flowers appear from the ends of the stems in shades of yellow, white and orange
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Chile, Argentina
How to grow
Cultivation
Grows best in a well-drained soil in full sun; protect from winter rain. For further information see houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by seed or stem cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Rock garden
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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