Echinopsis eyriesii

Echinopsis eyriesii Care

Echinopsis eyriesii

Other names: Eyries Cactus, Sea-urchin Cactus

What is the plant

Echinopsis eyriesii is a fascinating and hardy cactus. It is simple to maintain, and its large, star-shaped flowers make it a one-of-a-kind addition to any home. This cactus can thrive in the right environment and watering schedule, adding a lot of beauty to your home.

Echinopsis eyriesii is a cactus species native to Argentina and Bolivia. To identify this plant, look for its bright, waxy green stems and yellow, star-shaped flowers. It is a popular houseplant due to its ease of care and hardiness. It belongs to the Cactaceae family and is related to the well-known Christmas Cactus.

This succulent is a fascinating plant that produces huge flowers. In fact, because some of its flowers bloom in winter, it's also mistakenly referred to as the Easter Lily Cactus.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

16°C - 21°C

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Since it's a succulent that requires little water. During the growing season, thoroughly water the cactus, then allow the soil to dry before watering again. Reduce watering to once a month during the winter months.
Pruning
You don't really have to prune this succulent, but if you want to shape it, go for it! Just make sure you use clean, sharp scissors and wear some protective gear like gloves and clothing to avoid getting pricked by those spines.
Fertilizer
Use a low-nitrogen fertilizer every two months during the growing season if you decide to fertilize the plant.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
This cactus likes bright light but not direct sunlight. It needs enough light to do its photosynthesis thing, but be careful not to put it in direct sunlight because that can actually burn the cactus. Find a nice spot with bright, indirect light for it to thrive.
Soil
This Echinopsis prefers well-drained soil. Use a good potting soil blend, along with some sand and perlite, which will prevent its roots from getting soggy.
Propagation
You can propagate this succulent using stem cuttings. Just snip off a stem that's at least 1.8 inches (4.8 cm) long and remove the spines. Stick the stem into some moist potting soil in a pot and water it lightly. Keep the soil a bit damp, and in a few weeks, you'll see roots starting to grow.

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Temperature
Echinopsis eyriesii prefers warm temperatures and will do best when grown between 60-75°F (16-24°C). It is essential to keep the cactus away from drafts and extreme temperatures.
Container
Providing the plant with the proper environment is critical when growing in pots at home. It entails placing it in a well-draining container that's 2-3 inches (5-7.5 cm) bigger than the plant.
Fun fact
The plant is grown for its large nocturnal flowers — this cactus genus's most popular vivid feature.