Matucana paucicostata (original) (raw)

Matucana paucicostata Scientific Name: Matucana paucicostata F. Ritter
Synonym: Borzicactus paucicostatus, Submatucana paucicostata
Family: Cactaceae

Matucana paucicostata at Kuentz Nursery in early June

Recommended Temperature Zone: USDA: 10b-12Frost Tolerance: Keep above 45�F (8�C), some species will take frost for a short period of time if kept dry Minimum Avg. Temperature: 55�F (12�C) Sun Exposure: Light shade Origin: Peru (Ancash) Growth Habits: Clustering, spherical when young slowly becoming columnar, up to 6 inches tall (15 cm), 3 inches wide (7 cm) Watering Needs: Good drainage and deep pot to accommodate its tap root Propagation:

Blooming Habits: Purplish pink flower, 2.5 inches long (6 cm)

Fruiting Habits:

References: Cacti: The Illustrated Dictionary

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