About
A striking succulent, reaching 20-100cm, with sculptural foliage. It bears striking blooms.
About the genus
Echinocactus are slow-growing cacti with barrel-shaped or columnar, deeply ribbed stems bearing strong spines, and bell-shaped flowers in summer
Plant details
Suggested usesContainers, rock gardens
Care notes
CultivationGritty soil, full sun
PruningMinimal care
PropagationOffsets, leaf cuttings
Pest resistanceMealybugs
Disease resistanceRoot rot