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Echinopsis yuquina

Also Known As

  • Lobivia rauschii

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

Echinopsis yuquina plant details

Echinopsis yuquina is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. 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 yuquina

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, rock garden, spiky, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Echinopsis yuquina

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Echinopsis yuquina plant

How to Grow Echinopsis yuquina

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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