Eriosyce napina
napin
An evergreen cactus with solitary, ribbed, sub-globose brownish-green stems to 5cm in height, with blackish spines. Funnel-shaped flowers to 3.5cm across are pale yellow, tinged with pink, open from late spring to early autumn
Synonyms
Neoporteria napina f. mitisNeoporteria napina var. spinosior
see moreNeochilenia mitis
Neoporteria napina
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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0–0.1 metreGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Brown | Yellow Pink | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Brown | Yellow Pink | ||
| Autumn | Green Brown | Yellow Pink | ||
| Winter | Green Brown |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Cactaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Clump forming
- 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
- Plant range
- Chile
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow under glass in a standard cactus compost, in full light. Provide low humidity. Water freely when in growth and keep just moist at other times. Apply a dilute low nitrogen fertilizer fortnightly during late spring and summer. See cactus and succulent cultivation for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Houseplants
- Patio and container plants
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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