Echinopsis hystrichoides
Scientific Name: Echinopsis hystrichoides F. Ritter
Synonym: Echinopsis mamillosa var. hystrichoides
Family: Cactaceae
Echinopsis hystrichoides at Kuentz Nursery in early June
USDA: 8b-10
Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 15° F (-10° C)
Heat Tolerance: Light shade in Phoenix
Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade
Origin: Bolivia (Chuquisaca) at high elevation
Growth Habits: Solitary globular cactus, up to 7 inches in diameter (18 cm)
Propagation: Seeds
This cactus species name is very often spelled hystrichoides.
Blooming Habits:
Large white nocturnal flowers.
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