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Neolobivia × segawae

Neolobivia × segawae

Neolobivia × segawae

Neolobivia × segawae Y.Itô is treated as an accepted taxon in Plants of the World Online.1

The current source-backed classification places it in Cactaceae within Neolobivia.12

Its recorded native range/source remark is SOUTHERNAMERICA, PEROO, PER, WESTERNSOUTHAMERICA; Peru.1

POWO records the plant context as Unknown, Unknown.1

This is a source-populated draft intended for later Kaktus Doktoru editorial rewriting; care advice and morphology should be reviewed before publication.

References

  1. Plants of the World Online. "Neolobivia × segawae Y.Itô". Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Accessed: 2026-06-10. https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:168656-2 ↩
  2. GBIF Secretariat. "Neolobivia × segawae". GBIF Backbone Taxonomy. Accessed: 2026-06-10. https://www.gbif.org/species/7284263 ↩

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Neolobivia × segawae

Neolobivia × segawae

Neolobivia × segawae

Neolobivia × segawae is a highly sought-after natural cactus hybrid belonging to the family Cactaceae. It inherits the brilliant flowering characteristics and resilience typical of the Lobivia group 1.

Classification and Naming

The genus Neolobivia is widely consolidated under Echinopsis or Lobivia by taxonomists. This hybrid taxon represents an interesting evolutionary bridge, distinguished by its unique spination and funnelform flowers 2.

Distribution and Habitat

It is native to the high-altitude, semi-arid regions of Peru and parts of Western South America. It thrives on rocky, gravel-rich mountain slopes where water drains instantly after short, heavy rains 1.

Appearance

The stem is globose to slightly cylindrical, presenting a light-green hue with well-defined ribs. The areoles bear sharp, radially arranged spines. In spring, it produces spectacular, vibrant funnel-shaped blooms near the apex 2.

Care in Cultivation

During the active growing season, it prefers moderate watering only when the substrate has completely dried. In winter, keeping the plant entirely dry and cool is mandatory to simulate its natural dormancy 1.

Common Care Mistakes

Overwatering and using organic-heavy soils are the main causes of root rot. Lack of winter dormancy in a cool environment often prevents the cactus from blooming in the subsequent spring 2.

References

  1. Plants of the World Online (POWO), Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. ↩
  2. GBIF Backbone Taxonomy, Cactaceae Hybrid Records. ↩

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What is Neolobivia × segawae?
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