Matucana oreodoxa f. variegated

Matucana oreodoxa is a plant with a globose or cylindrical shape, with prominent spines and brightly colored flowers that bloom from the top of the plant. The flowers can be of various colors, including red, orange, yellow or white, and often have a trumpet shape. Matucana oreodoxa is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant for its decorative appearance and attractive flowers. In its variegated form it has shades or 'spots' that can be yellow or lighter green and that over time can take on orange shades; this feature makes it very sought after by collectors around the world.