Plants in genus lobivia
Lobivia backebergii
Lobivia backebergii, also known as the Easter Lily Cactus, is a small cactus native to Bolivia and Peru. It grows up to 2-3 inches in height and produces bright fuchsia pink flowers from spring to early summer. This cactus requires well-drained soil and partial light, with a winter dormancy period. It is frost-tolerant to 23 degrees Fahrenheit and can be propagated through cuttings, offsets, or seeds.
Lobivia pentlandii
Lobivia pentlandii is a frost-hardy cactus that blooms in spring for about three days. It prefers acidic, well-draining volcanic soil and requires regular watering in summer while staying dry in winter. This cactus can withstand temperatures down to 23°F and thrives in full sun or afternoon shade.
Lobivia subdenudata
Succulents are drought-tolerant plants that can reproduce in numerous ways and grow in sunny areas. They require ample light, porous, well-draining soil, and little watering. It is important to leave drought periods between waterings and add pumice, perlite, or grit to cactus soil for proper drainage.
Lobivia ferox
Lobivia ferox is a cactus native to Argentina, known for its fierce spines and spectacular flowers in various colors. It has a bluish-green stem and can grow up to 25 cm tall. This summer grower requires good drainage and full sun, and is frost resistant to -12°C.
Lobivia arachnacantha 'Torrecillasense'
Lobivia arachnacantha 'Torrecillasense' is a cactus native to Southern South America, characterized by its spider web-like clusters of stems. This slow-growing plant can reach up to 6 inches in height and produces vibrant yellow to yellow-orange flowers from spring to summer. It thrives in well-draining soil and requires bright, direct sunlight to flourish. With a hardiness zone of 11, it can tolerate mild frost down to 24°F. Propagation is typically done through woody stem cuttings, making it a fascinating addition to any cactus collection.
Lobivia arachnacantha
Lobivia arachnacantha, native to Bolivia, is a cactus with clusters of flattened to spherical stems and bright yellow flowers. It is resistant to cold and thrives in full sun to light shade, making it a unique addition to any cactus collection.
Lobivia calorubra
Lobivia calorubra is a beginner-friendly cactus known for its bright yellow blossoms and spherical to ellipsoid growth habit. This plant requires good drainage and a very porous potting mix, thriving in bright light with protection from strong midday sun. Lobivia calorubra is hardy to light frost and can withstand temperatures as low as 23°F. It is native to Central Bolivia and is part of the Cactaceae family. This cactus is well-suited for container gardening and can add a pop of color to indoor or outdoor spaces. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires watering only when the soil is dry, making it ideal for those new to cactus care.
Lobivia hertrichiana
Lobivia hertrichiana is a small, beautiful cactus native to Peru, characterized by its spherical bodies and yellowish spines. It produces large, brilliant red flowers in clusters during the summer. This frost-resistant cactus requires well-drained soil and bright exposure, thriving in full sun or partial shade.
Lobivia maximiliana
Lobivia maximiliana is a summer-growing cactus species with a large tap root, requiring a deep pot with draining mineral substrate. It is cold tolerant if kept dry and needs bright exposure, thriving in full sun or half shade during summer.
Lobivia cinnabarina
Lobivia cinnabarina is a small cactus native to Southern Bolivia and Northern Argentina, featuring a flattened body and scarlet to deep red flowers. It is frost-resistant down to 10°F and prefers bright exposure with well-draining soil. This cactus is ideal for hardiness zones 10a to 11 and requires minimal water.
Lobivia subdenudata 'Fuzzy Navel'
Lobivia subdenudata 'Fuzzy Navel' is a drought-tolerant succulent known for its unusual appearance. It reproduces in various ways and thrives in sunny areas. This plant is a unique addition to any succulent collection due to its distinctive form.