| The spiny, sometimes edible fruit of this Cactus give it its name. Round or column-shaped stems carry buds that form beneath spiny skin, then burst through to produce showy, long-lasting flowers. Plant outdoors in an airy, well-ventilated spot in warm, dry climates, elsewhere, in greenhouses or indoors. Water moderately from spring to fall and very lightly or not at all in winter. |
The spiny, upright stem is roundish to cylindrical and lined with 8 to 18 ribs. Solitary or clustering habit.
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Attributes - Echinocereus fendleri
Plant Type: Succulent
Bloom Season: Mid Spring through Mid Summer
Flower Color: Magenta, Purple, White
Foliage: Evergreen
Height: 3 in. to 1 ft. 8 in.
Width: 1 ft. 6 in.
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Sun
Climate: Zones 8, 9, 10, 11
Notes: Thrives in Dry Climates, Hot Climates. Container Plants, Drought Tolerant, Long Blooming, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers. Susceptible to Root Rot.
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