Overview

Pfeiffera ianthothele is a pendulous weeping, trailing cactus succulent in the genus Pfeiffera, part of the Cactaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Pfeiffera ianthothele grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include hanging basket, houseplants and sub-tropical.

About

Pfeiffera ianthothele is a trailing cactus succulent from the genus Pfeiffera, native to Bolivia and northwestern Argentina. It features pendulous, weeping stems with evergreen foliage and produces waxy flowers in spring and summer. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade, preferring well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels. Suitable for hanging baskets or as a houseplant in sub-tropical conditions, it requires sheltered exposure and is hardy to UK zone H1b. Propagation is by seed sown in spring or by rooting stem sections in warmer months.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Pfeiffera

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

East-facing, South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1b

Plant details

Pfeiffera ianthothele size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Cactus Succulent

Habit

Pendulous weeping, Trailing

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Hanging basket, Houseplants, Sub-tropical

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Pfeiffera ianthothele

Propagation

Seed sown at 19-24°C in spring; root stem sections in spring or summer

Pest resistance

May be susceptible to mealybugs

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

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