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Kingcup cactus Care

Echinocereus triglochidiatus

Other names: Claret Cup

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What is the plant

Echinocereus triglochidiatus is a species of hedgehog cactus known by several common names, including kingcup cactus, claretcup, and Mojave mound cactus. This cactus is cultivated for its flowers and among the easiest species to grow and propagate.

In general, Echinocereus triglochidiatus is a mounding cactus, forming bulbous piles of from a few to hundreds of spherical to cylindrical stems. Plants may vary from densely spiny (usually) to no spines at all. Echinocereus triglochidiatus is the most wide-spread of the Echiniocereus species and is also the most variable in appearance. In fact, the several varieties are so different-looking that the only uniting factor is the bright red bloom and rounded petals.

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Lighting

Lighting

Full Sun

Hardiness zone

Hardiness zone

min 5a

Difficulty

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

  • Water

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    Good drainage is essential for health. During the summer, water the cactus every two weeks or slightly less often, depending on how moist the soil remains. In the winter rest period, cut watering back to once a month, or in humid areas, not at all.

  • Fertilizer

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    During the summer, regular doses of a cactus fertilizer will help it grow its best. Use diluted fertilizer for best results.

  • Sunlight

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    Echinocereus need bright light to perform their best. If you can provide nearly full sun, as in a western window, they will appreciate it. Plants that are grown in dim conditions are unlikely to flower well and will not thrive.

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  • Soil

    Soil

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    You can use a typical cactus mix.

  • Temperature

    Temperature

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    Inside, normal room temperatures of 60-75°F/16-24°C are suitable.

  • Container

    Container

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    Choose a container with enough drainage holes.

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  • Popularity

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    374 people already have this plant 99 people have added this plant to their wishlists

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