Oreocereus doelzianus
Scientific Name: Oreocereus doelzianus (Backeberg) Borg.
Synonym: Borzicactus doelzianus, Morawetzia doelziana
Family: Cactaceae
Oreocereus doelzianus at the Huntington Gardens in early July
Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 15°F (-10°C) for short periods
Sun Exposure: Light shade to morning sun
Origin: Andes of central Peru
Growth Habits: Clumping columnar cactus, 3 feet tall (90 cm), each stem 3 inches in diameter (7 cm)
Watering Needs: Let the soil dry between waterings
Propagation: Seeds, cuttings
Blooming Habits:
Tubular red flowers, 4 inches long (10 cm), 1 inch in diameter (2.5 cm)
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