The Copiapoa leonensis is a stunning native cactus from Northern Chile that is sure to add a unique look to any garden. In the springtime, it produces beautiful yellow-orangish flowers, and the stem of the cactus is grey-green but can turn pinkish if exposed to direct sunlight. The spines are long and stout, with spiraling tubercles but the ribs are visible in mature plants. This cactus grows slowly and requires a good amount of light shade to full sun to thrive. It is also sensitive to overwatering, especially during winter months, so it is important to provide the right amount of water for its optimal growth.
Spring
Yellow--orange
Slow
9--10--11
7 in. tall--5 in. wide
Perennial cactus
Extremely drought-tolerant--heat resistance--pest resistant--deer resistant
Full sun--partial shade
Low
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
| Bloom Season | Spring |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Copiapoa leonensis |
| Common Name | Chilean cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Yellow, orange |
| Genus | Copiapoa |
| Growth Habit | Globular |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 7 in. tall, 5 in. wide |
| Native Area | Chile |
| Plant Type | Perennial cactus |
| Propagation | By seeds, offsets |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, heat resistance, pest resistant, deer resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting soil |
| Special Features | Showy flowers |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, safe for cats, safe for dogs |
| Watering Needs | Low |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Spring |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Copiapoa leonensis |
| Common Name | Chilean cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Yellow, orange |
| Genus | Copiapoa |
| Growth Habit | Globular |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 7 in. tall, 5 in. wide |
| Native Area | Chile |
| Plant Type | Perennial cactus |
| Propagation | By seeds, offsets |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, heat resistance, pest resistant, deer resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting soil |
| Special Features | Showy flowers |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, safe for cats, safe for dogs |
| Watering Needs | Low |
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- Description
- Key Plant Features
The Copiapoa leonensis is a stunning native cactus from Northern Chile that is sure to add a unique look to any garden. In the springtime, it produces beautiful yellow-orangish flowers, and the stem of the cactus is grey-green but can turn pinkish if exposed to direct sunlight. The spines are long and stout, with spiraling tubercles but the ribs are visible in mature plants. This cactus grows slowly and requires a good amount of light shade to full sun to thrive. It is also sensitive to overwatering, especially during winter months, so it is important to provide the right amount of water for its optimal growth.
Spring
Yellow--orange
Slow
9--10--11
7 in. tall--5 in. wide
Perennial cactus
Extremely drought-tolerant--heat resistance--pest resistant--deer resistant
Full sun--partial shade
Low
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Spring |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Copiapoa leonensis |
| Common Name | Chilean cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Yellow, orange |
| Genus | Copiapoa |
| Growth Habit | Globular |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 7 in. tall, 5 in. wide |
| Native Area | Chile |
| Plant Type | Perennial cactus |
| Propagation | By seeds, offsets |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, heat resistance, pest resistant, deer resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting soil |
| Special Features | Showy flowers |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, safe for cats, safe for dogs |
| Watering Needs | Low |
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