Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cactaceae

Genus:

Borzicactus

Species:

Borzicactus fieldianus subsp. cajamarcensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Succulent

Height:

200 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

red, orange

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

hummingbirds, bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate best at warm temperatures (20-25°C) with bright light. Surface sow on well-draining cactus mix.

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