Description
Echinopsis candicans is a cactus that tends to lean to one side. It produces pups from the base and can create a large clump over time. The cactus has cylindrical, light green stems with 9-11 ribs. Each rib has large, white-felted areoles packed with 10-14 yellowish radial spines and a central spine.
Family: Cactaceae | Genus: |
Common Name(s): Argentine Giant | Mature Size: 60+ cm in height |
Origin: Monte Desert, Argentina | Dormancy: |
Flower Colours: White with Yellow center | Bloom Season: late Spring (Blooms open at night) |
Sun Exposure: Full sun | Watering: “Soak and dry” method (Make sure soil is dry) |
Temperatures: 15 - 32 °C | Min: 10 °C | Max: 46 °C | Toxic: No |
