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Echinocereus pentalophus
Hedgehog Cactus
| 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. |
Bright, big flowers in spring on round stems. Clumping cactus that may sprawl or grow erect.
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Attributes - Echinocereus pentalophus
Plant Type: Succulent
Bloom Season: Early Summer through Late Summer
Flower Color: Pink
Foliage: Evergreen
Height: 4 in. to 2 ft.
Width: 3 ft.
Sunlight: Full Sun
Climate: Zones 9, 10, 11
Notes: Thrives in Dry Climates, Hot Climates. Container Plants, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers.
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Echinocereus berlandieri, Echinocereus engelmannii, Echinocereus englemannii nicholii, Echinocereus fendleri, Echinocereus pectinatus pectinatus, Echinocereus pectinatus regidissimus
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