Originally from Northern Chile, this cactus grows in very dry desert areas. It is a small cactus with very woolly areoles and dark spreading spines. This cactus is unique and can look very different, which is why it has received many names.
Details:
Flowers: Diurnal, wide funnelform, yellow 1.5 to 2.5 cm long
Propagation: Usually propagated from seeds
This unique cactus can make a great addition to your collection. The varying colors, large spines, and the flower make it a special plant. Be sure to shop Planet Desert for more cactus and succulent plants online.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Resistance
Sun Exposure
| Bloom Season | Mid springsummer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Neochilenia Jusieui |
| Common Name | Neoporteria jussieui var. dimorpha (F.Ritter) A.E.Hoffm. |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Bright red |
| Genus | Neochilenia |
| Growth Habit | Globose |
| Growth Rate | Fast growth |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b |
| Native Area | Chile |
| Resistance | 5° C to 18° c |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Mid springsummer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Neochilenia Jusieui |
| Common Name | Neoporteria jussieui var. dimorpha (F.Ritter) A.E.Hoffm. |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Bright red |
| Genus | Neochilenia |
| Growth Habit | Globose |
| Growth Rate | Fast growth |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b |
| Native Area | Chile |
| Resistance | 5° C to 18° c |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
Originally from Northern Chile, this cactus grows in very dry desert areas. It is a small cactus with very woolly areoles and dark spreading spines. This cactus is unique and can look very different, which is why it has received many names.
Details:
Flowers: Diurnal, wide funnelform, yellow 1.5 to 2.5 cm long
Propagation: Usually propagated from seeds
This unique cactus can make a great addition to your collection. The varying colors, large spines, and the flower make it a special plant. Be sure to shop Planet Desert for more cactus and succulent plants online.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Resistance
Sun Exposure
| Bloom Season | Mid springsummer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Neochilenia Jusieui |
| Common Name | Neoporteria jussieui var. dimorpha (F.Ritter) A.E.Hoffm. |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Bright red |
| Genus | Neochilenia |
| Growth Habit | Globose |
| Growth Rate | Fast growth |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b |
| Native Area | Chile |
| Resistance | 5° C to 18° c |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Mid springsummer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Neochilenia Jusieui |
| Common Name | Neoporteria jussieui var. dimorpha (F.Ritter) A.E.Hoffm. |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Bright red |
| Genus | Neochilenia |
| Growth Habit | Globose |
| Growth Rate | Fast growth |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b |
| Native Area | Chile |
| Resistance | 5° C to 18° c |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |