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Echinopsis

Echinopsishystrichoides

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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

Echinopsis mamillosa var. hystrichoides

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Light Shade

Foliage

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Height

under 6 in. (15 cm)

Spacing

3-6 in. (7-15 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)

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

White/Near White

Bloom Time

Unknown - Tell us

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Xenomorf

Phoenix, AZ (Zone 9b) | January 2005 | neutral

Flowers are white, broadly funnel-formed & bloom at night. A 5-7 inches wide & semi-flat cactus that has 7.5 inch long flowers. Amazing proportions.

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