Echinopsis spachiana, commonly known as the golden torch, (white) torch cactus or golden column, is a species of cactus native to South America. Previously known as Trichocereus spachianus for many years, it is commonly cultivated as a pot or rockery plant worldwide. It has a columnar habit, with a lime-green cylindrical body with 1–2 cm long golden spines.
Golden Torch Cactus Care
Trichocereus Spachianus
What is the plant
humidity
Dry
lighting
Full Sun
hardiness zone
9a - 11b
difficulty
Easy
How to Care for the Plant
Water
This species seems to do better with a little more water than most cacti.
Pruning
Asexually by rooting of stems segments. Allow stem segments to callus for several weeks before directly sticking into the soil.
Fertilizer
During the growing season fertilize them monthly with a balanced fertilizer.
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Sunlight
Outside full sun, inside needs bright light, and some direct sun. During winter month, put them in a cool luminous place
Soil
Need a fertile, well-drained soil mix. Water the plants well and allow them to dry before watering again.
Temperature
Trichocereus Spachianus is very easy to grow and cold hardy as low as -12°C (or less).
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