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Peanut Cactus, Chamaelobivia Hybrid 'Mephisto'

Echinopsis

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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

Chamaelobivia

Sun Exposure

Sun to Partial Shade

Light Shade

Foliage

Height

under 6 in. (15 cm)

Spacing

6-9 in. (15-22 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)

USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °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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Gardener's Notes:

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