Eriosyce subgibbosa subsp. wagenknechtii
Wagenknecht neoporteria
A cactus with globose to cylindric, grey-green stems to 30cm tall, with black spines becoming grey; funnel-shaped, purple flowers 2cm across open in summer

Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0–0.1 metreGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Grey Silver Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Grey Silver Black | Purple | ||
| Autumn | Green Grey Silver Black | |||
| Winter | Green Grey Silver Black |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Cactaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Eriosyce are a genus of globose or cylindrical cacti that are native to Chile. They have dense spines and pink or yellow funnel-shaped flowers
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Under glass or indoors, grow in standard cactus compost in full light, with low humidity. From mid-spring to early autumn, water moderately and apply a dilute liquid fertiliser monthly. Keep dry at other times
Propagation
Propagate by seed at 19-24°C (66-75°F) in spring or summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
Relatively disease resistant
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