Echinopsis arachnacantha
(syn. Lobivia arachnacantha) ‘scarlet red flower’

Spidery spines

R45.00

NOTE

Colours of the succulents will vary from season to season as well as what you view on the website

All plants are dry rooted before shipping to ensure they arrive in the best possible condition. Therefore pots are not included in the order.

Grower: summer rainfall area, stony hills, flowers can be yellow to orange-red. Keep cool in winter to promote flowering in spring

Light: bright light but can tolerate direct sun if not kept too dry.

Water: regular watering in spring to autumn.

Soil type: well-draining succulent growing medium

 

ORIGIN / HISTORY

  • Bolivia and Northern Argentina (Salta)
  • Species of cactus in the genus Echinopsis
  • It has gained the Royal Horticulture Society’s Award of Garden Merit
  • Arachnacantha comes from the Greek word “with spider web-shaped thorns”
  • Grows on stony hills with reliable summer rainfall