Matucana formosa


Scientific Name: Matucana formosa F.Ritter
Synonym: Borzicactus formosus, Loxanthocereus formosus, Submatucana formosa
Family: Cactaceae
Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 10-11

Frost Tolerance: Avoid frost

Sun Exposure: Light shade

Origin: Peru (valley of the Marañon)

Growth Habits: Solitary, short columnar, 7 inches tall (17 cm).


Blooming Habits:
Red flowers, 1.2 inches in diameter (3 cm), 2 inches long (5 cm), in several flushes in summer.


 

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