Lobivia tiegeliana is a small, clumping cactus native to Bolivia, featuring ribbed stems and vibrant orange to red flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight.
75% intensity
Can tolerate some direct sun, but avoid intense midday sun which can scorch.
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings.
50% intensity
Water less in cooler months.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm temperatures during the growing season.
50% intensity
Requires a cool, dry rest period in winter (5-10°C) for flowering.
Feed during the growing season.
25% intensity
Use a balanced cactus fertilizer diluted.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry, typically once every 2-4 weeks during the growing season (spring/summer).
Reduce watering significantly in autumn and winter, allowing the soil to remain dry for extended periods to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage.
Pruning is generally not required for Lobivia tiegeliana unless removing dead or damaged parts. If propagation is desired, stems can be carefully cut using a sterile knife.
Allow cut surfaces to dry and callus over for a few days before potting.
Easily propagated from offsets (pups) that grow around the base of the parent plant.
Gently detach offsets with a sharp, sterile knife, allow them to air dry for a few days to form a callus, and then plant in well-draining cactus mix. Seeds can also be sown.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant outgrows its container, preferably in spring. Use a very porous, gritty cactus soil mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the root ball.
Handle with care to avoid damaging the delicate roots and body.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Lobivia |
| Species | Lobivia tiegeliana |
Similar in genus Lobivia
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