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Maihueniopsis
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SpeciesMaihueniopsis archiconoideaMaihueniopsis archiconoideaSpeciesMaihueniopsis atacamensisMaihueniopsis atacamensisSpeciesMaihueniopsis camachoiMaihueniopsis camachoiSpeciesMaihueniopsis clavarioidesMaihueniopsis clavarioidesSpeciesMaihueniopsis coloreaMaihueniopsis coloreaSpeciesMaihueniopsis conoideaMaihueniopsis conoideaSpeciesMaihueniopsis crassispinaMaihueniopsis crassispinaSpeciesMaihueniopsis darwiniiMaihueniopsis darwiniiSpeciesMaihueniopsis domeykoensisMaihueniopsis domeykoensisSpeciesMaihueniopsis glochidiataMaihueniopsis glochidiataSpeciesMaihueniopsis glomerataMaihueniopsis glomerataSpeciesMaihueniopsis grandifloraMaihueniopsis grandifloraSpeciesMaihueniopsis hickeniiMaihueniopsis hickeniiSpeciesMaihueniopsis leoncitoMaihueniopsis leoncitoSpeciesMaihueniopsis minutaMaihueniopsis minutaSpeciesMaihueniopsis molfinoiMaihueniopsis molfinoiSpeciesMaihueniopsis ovataMaihueniopsis ovataSpeciesMaihueniopsis platyacanthaMaihueniopsis platyacanthaSpeciesMaihueniopsis reicheanaMaihueniopsis reicheanaSpeciesMaihueniopsis wagenknechtiiMaihueniopsis wagenknechtii
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Maihueniopsis archiconoidea
Maihueniopsis archiconoidea
Maihueniopsis archiconoidea is a highly specialized, low growing succulent subshrub in the Cactaceae family . Well adapted to harsh alpine desert conditions, this unique cactus forms dense, ground hugging mounds of geometrically striking segments, highly prized by succulent connoisseurs.
Maihueniopsis atacamensis
Maihueniopsis atacamensis
Maihueniopsis atacamensis is a highly specialized cactus species belonging to the family Cactaceae, native to the high altitude regions of the Atacama Desert and the Andes in Chile . It forms dense, dome shaped cushions that are superbly adapted to extreme drought and freezing mountain temperatures.
Maihueniopsis camachoi
Maihueniopsis camachoi
Maihueniopsis camachoi is a highly resilient, high altitude succulent subshrub belonging to the Cactaceae family, well adapted to the harsh conditions of the Andes.
Maihueniopsis clavarioides
Maihueniopsis clavarioides
Maihueniopsis clavarioides is a Maihueniopsis capable of forming segmented stems and substantial underground organs. A subterranean tuberous root, short club or finger like stem segments, areole and spine pattern, flowers, seeds and documented provenance should be evaluated together. Identity should not be settled from a sales label or one photograph; segments, root structure, areoles, spines, flowers, seeds and documented provenance should be evaluated together.
Maihueniopsis colorea
Maihueniopsis colorea
Maihueniopsis colorea is a low growing, cushion forming cactus species belonging to the Cactaceae family. Adapted to the extreme arid conditions of South America, it is renowned for its resilience and compact structure.
Maihueniopsis conoidea
Maihueniopsis conoidea
Maihueniopsis conoidea is a highly specialized, cold hardy succulent subshrub belonging to the Cactaceae family. Renowned for its tight, cushion forming habit, this species is adapted to thrive in some of the most arid and high altitude regions of South America.
Maihueniopsis crassispina
Maihueniopsis crassispina
Maihueniopsis crassispina is a cushion forming, low growing succulent shrub in the family Cactaceae, highly adapted to the extreme arid environments of Chile. Known for its tough resilience, it represents the specialized survival strategies of the Tephrocacteae tribe.
Maihueniopsis darwinii
Maihueniopsis darwinii
Maihueniopsis darwinii is an exceptionally cold hardy, low growing, cushion forming succulent subshrub in the family Cactaceae. Adapted to the harsh, wind swept environments of Patagonia, this unique cactus is named after the famous naturalist Charles Darwin .
Maihueniopsis domeykoensis
Maihueniopsis domeykoensis
Maihueniopsis domeykoensis is a resilient succulent subshrub belonging to the Cactaceae family. Highly adapted to the extreme arid environments of the Atacama Desert, it forms dense prostrate mounds capable of surviving prolonged periods of drought .
Maihueniopsis glochidiata
Maihueniopsis glochidiata
Maihueniopsis glochidiata is a resilient succulent subshrub belonging to the Cactaceae family, uniquely adapted to thrive in highly arid and montane conditions. Forming low, spreading clumps in its natural habitat, this species displays exceptional tolerance to extreme droughts and freezing alpine temperatures alike .
Maihueniopsis glomerata
Maihueniopsis glomerata
Maihueniopsis glomerata is a remarkable, high altitude succulent subshrub belonging to the Cactaceae family . Native to the harsh Andean highlands, it has adapted to survive extreme cold, intense solar radiation, and severe drought by forming dense, low growing mounds or cushions composed of tightly packed, globose segments.
Maihueniopsis glomerata
Maihueniopsis glomerata
Maihueniopsis glomerata is a remarkable, high altitude succulent subshrub belonging to the Cactaceae family . Native to the harsh Andean highlands, it has adapted to survive extreme cold, intense solar radiation, and severe drought by forming dense, low growing mounds or cushions composed of tightly packed, globose segments.
Maihueniopsis grandiflora
Maihueniopsis grandiflora
Maihueniopsis grandiflora is a highly resilient, cushion forming succulent subshrub belonging to the family Cactaceae. Adapted to high altitude desert environments, it is renowned for its extreme cold hardiness and drought tolerance .
Maihueniopsis hickenii
Maihueniopsis hickenii
Overview\n Maihueniopsis hickenii is a cushion forming, low growing succulent shrub belonging to the Cactaceae family, highly adapted to the harsh conditions of Patagonia . It is known for its remarkable cold tolerance and compact growth habit.\n\n Classification and naming\nThe species belongs to the genus Maihueniopsis . The specific epithet \"hickenii\" honors the prominent Argentine botanist Cristóbal María Hicken. It has historically been classified under Opuntia due to its segmented growth, but phylogenetic studies place it firmly within Maihueniopsis .\n\n Distribution and habitat\nThis species is native to southern Argentina, particularly in the Patagonian provinces of Santa Cruz, Chubut, and Río Negro . It thrives in arid, wind swept gravelly plains and rocky slopes at moderate to high elevations, enduring extreme temperature fluctuations.\n\n Appearance\nIt forms dense, flat cushions composed of small, egg shaped to cylindrical segments. The segments are dull greyish green, bearing prominent areoles with sturdy, yellowish brown, flattened spines. In late spring or summer, it produces beautiful, bright yellow cup shaped flowers at the branch tips.\n\n Cultivation and care\nIn cultivation, Maihueniopsis hickenii requires full sun and exceptionally well drained, mineral rich soil . Given its Patagonian origin, it is extremely cold hardy, tolerating temperatures down to 15°C, provided the substrate is kept entirely dry during the winter resting period. Watering should be deep but infrequent in summer.\n\n Common cultivation mistakes\nThe most common pitfall is overwatering, especially during winter. A combination of cold temperatures and wet soil quickly leads to root and stem rot. Insufficient sunlight will cause weak, elongated growth.\n\n References\n Plants of the World Online (POWO). \"Maihueniopsis hickenii\". Kew Science.\n Anderson, E. F. (2001). \"The Cactus Family\". Timber Press.
Maihueniopsis leoncito
Maihueniopsis leoncito
Maihueniopsis leoncito is an extremely resilient, high altitude Andean cactus species belonging to the family Cactaceae . Adapted to survive severe alpine conditions, this succulent subshrub forms dense, heavily spined cushions that thrive in arid, windswept environments.
Maihueniopsis minuta
Maihueniopsis minuta
Maihueniopsis minuta is a highly compact, cushion forming alpine cactus belonging to the family Cactaceae . Renowned for its small egg shaped segments and extreme resilience to harsh environments, it is a prized specimen for specialized succulent collectors.
Maihueniopsis minuta
Maihueniopsis minuta
Maihueniopsis minuta is a highly compact, cushion forming alpine cactus belonging to the family Cactaceae . Renowned for its small egg shaped segments and extreme resilience to harsh environments, it is a prized specimen for specialized succulent collectors.
Maihueniopsis molfinoi
Maihueniopsis molfinoi
Maihueniopsis molfinoi is a Maihueniopsis capable of forming segmented stems and substantial underground organs. Low clustering segments, substantial underground organs, areole and spine pattern, flowers, seeds and reliable provenance should be evaluated together. Identity should not be settled from a sales label or one photograph; segments, root structure, areoles, spines, flowers, seeds and documented provenance should be evaluated together.
Maihueniopsis ovata
Maihueniopsis ovata
Maihueniopsis ovata is a Maihueniopsis capable of forming segmented stems and substantial underground organs. Ovoid or flattened segments, areole and spine pattern, clustering form, flowers, seeds and documented provenance should be evaluated together. Identity should not be settled from a sales label or one photograph; segments, root structure, areoles, spines, flowers, seeds and documented provenance should be evaluated together.
Maihueniopsis platyacantha
Maihueniopsis platyacantha
Maihueniopsis platyacantha is an extraordinary succulent subshrub belonging to the family Cactaceae, highly adapted to survive some of the harshest environments on Earth. Forming low, dense cushions, this high altitude specialist is prized among cactus enthusiasts for its unique, paper like flat spines and robust cold hardiness .
Maihueniopsis reicheana
Maihueniopsis reicheana
Maihueniopsis reicheana is a cushion forming succulent subshrub belonging to the subfamily Opuntioideae within the cactus family (Cactaceae). Adapted to high altitude Andean environments, this species is highly valued by specialized collectors for its extreme resilience and unique segmented structure .
Maihueniopsis wagenknechtii
Maihueniopsis wagenknechtii
Maihueniopsis wagenknechtii is a cushion forming cactus species belonging to the family Cactaceae, highly adapted to extremely arid and windy mountain climates . It survives by forming dense, low growing mounds.
