Echinopsis huascha cristata
Red Torch
Trichocereus varieties are often sold as Echinopsis. This is a large group of cactus hybrids, well known for their large, spectacular flowers. They usually bloom from early summer and the flowering can continue for up to three months. They grow well in large pots or in the ground on hot arid regions. They can survive hot sun but are prone to scorching thus they are better suited to light shade.
Contributed by @marteen801
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Full sun to partial shade
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Very little water
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A little frost hardy: 32F (0°C)
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Light and free draining
Common name
Red Torch
Latin name
Echinopsis huascha cristata
type
Succulent
family
Cactaceae
ph
5.0 - 7.0 Acid - Neutral
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Light
Full sun to partial shade
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Frost
A little frost hardy: 32F (0°C)
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Soil
Light and free draining
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Water
Very little water
Plant & bloom calendar
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Best time to plant
full grown dimensions
2.00 M
2.00 M
Echinopsis huascha cristata
Trichocereus varieties are often sold as Echinopsis. This is a large group of cactus hybrids, well known for their large, spectacular flowers. They usually bloom from early summer and the flowering can continue for up to three months. They grow well in large pots or in the ground on hot arid regions. They can survive hot sun but are prone to scorching thus they are better suited to light shade.