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Cactus Succulent
Maihuenia poeppigii
M. poeppigii is 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
Loam
Sand
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 the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- 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
None required
Pests
Generally trouble free
Diseases
Generally trouble free
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