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Echinopsis

Echinopsischiloensis var. longispinus

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Family

Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Echinopsis (ek-in-OP-sis)

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Synonym

Trichocereus chilensis var. longispinus

Sun Exposure

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

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Height

12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)

15-20 ft. (4.7-6 m)

Spacing

12-15 in. (30-38 cm)

15-18 in. (38-45 cm)

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

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Bloom Time

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