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Echinopsis mamillosa

Also Known As

  • Echinopsis kermesina
  • Easter Lily Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-10"
  • W: 3"-12"

planting zones

  • 8b-11

Echinopsis mamillosa plant details

Echinopsis mamillosa is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Echinopsis mamillosa

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, rock garden, spiky, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Echinopsis mamillosa

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Echinopsis mamillosa plant

How to Grow Echinopsis mamillosa

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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