Family: Cactaceae
(kak-TAY-see-ee) Genus: Echinocereus (ek-in-oh-KER-ee-us) Species: enneacanthus (en-nee-uh-KAN-thus) Synonym:Cereus enneacanthus
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Category Cactus and SucculentsWater Requirements Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscapingSun Exposure Full SunSun to Partial Shade Foliage UnknownFoliage Color UnknownHeight 12-18 in. (30-45 cm)18-24 in. (45-60 cm) Spacing 15-18 in. (38-45 cm)18-24 in. (45-60 cm) 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) Hardiness USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F) USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F) |
Where to Grow Can be grown as an annualDanger Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handlingBloom Color Magenta (pink-purple)Bloom Characteristics UnknownBloom Size UnknownBloom Time Late Spring/Early SummerOther details UnknownSoil pH requirements 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) Patent Information Non-patentedPropagation Methods By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)From woody stem cuttings Allow cut surface to callous over before planting From seed; direct sow after last frost Seed Collecting Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seedsUnblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |