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Matucana intertexta

Also Known As

  • Borzicactus intertextus
  • Submatucana intertexta

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-9"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

Matucana intertexta plant details

Matucana intertexta is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Matucana intertexta

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Matucana intertexta

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Matucana intertexta plant

How to Grow Matucana intertexta

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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