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Cintia knizei

Scientific Name: Cintia knizei Riha
Family: Cactaceae

Cintia knizei in June

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 9-11

Origin: Andes of Bolivia

Growth Habits: Solitary globose cactus, up to 2 inches in diameter (5 cm);tuberous roots; woolly, spineless areoles

The genus is named after the town of Cinti in Bolivia. The species name knizei is named after Karel Knize who discovered it in the Andes at 13000 feet elevation (4000 m).

Blooming Habits:
Yellow flowers, 1.6 inches in diameter (4 cm).

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