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- Echinopsis is available in many species
- The different flower colors of the Echinopsis species
- Known species of Echinopsis
- Echinopsis multiply by cuttings
- A bright location is important
- Tips
The Echinopsis eyriesii inspires with its large, pink-white flowers
Echinopsis is available in many species
The Echinopsis is better known as the peasant cactus. He is often referred to as the "False Queen of the Night" because he develops very large flowers. In contrast to the real queen of the night they bloom longer and not only at night. There are numerous species of Echinopsis, which differ in growth habit and flower colors.
The different flower colors of the Echinopsis species
The range of flower colors of Echinopsis is huge. Almost all shades except black, green, brown and blue are represented.
The flowers are sometimes very large and are often longer and wider than the cactus itself. The first flowers develop when the Echinopsis is three years old.
All Echinopsis species only bloom when the cactus can rest in winter with cool temperatures and little water. Some varieties branch out strongly. Here you should cut off some shoots, so that the cactus has sufficient strength for the formation of new flowers.
Known species of Echinopsis
Echinopsis multiply by cuttings
Echinopsis grows very well over cuttings. For this you cut off side shoots in the spring. The interfaces must dry for several days before being placed in prepared pots.
The pots are placed in a bright, warm place, but not directly in the sun. The fact that the offshoot has got roots, you recognize the new expulsion.
A bright location is important
All Echinopsis species need a very bright location. This is also true if you put Echinopsis outside in the summer.
During the growth phase, the temperatures should be between 18 and 26 degrees. In winter, the hardy Echinopsis needs a rest period with temperatures around 10 degrees.
Tips
Echinopsis hybrids are considered to be particularly robust varieties of this cactus species. They are cared for just like other Echinopsis species too.