About
Matucana madisoniorum is a solitary, flattened-globose cactus with few ribs and sparse, short spines. Funnel-shaped, orange-red flowers are produced in summer. A distinctive and rewarding cactus for a sunny greenhouse bench.
About the genus
Matucana are cacti with solitary or clustering, ribbed, spiny, globose to cylindrical stems and showy, funnel-shaped flowers in vivid shades of orange, red or yellow in spring and summer. Grown on a sunny greenhouse bench.
Plant details
Suggested usesContainers, rock gardens, dry gardens.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in very well-drained, gritty compost. Full sun.
PruningMinimal pruning needed. Remove dead leaves.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceMealybugs and vine weevil may occur.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.