Echinopsis huascha - Red Torch Cactus

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Red Torch Cactus (Echinopsis huascha) (Friedrich & Rowley): A columnar cactus from Argentina with golden spines and bright red flowers. This plant is known as red torch cactus due to these fire red flowers which appear along the top of the plant. The spines arise from white dots (areoles) which line up vertically along the plant's ribs and come together at its top. Eventually, it can branch at its base and grow stems over 3.0' long.

This cactus variety will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of temperatures below 40F, it can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. Cactus need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 70% to 80% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply and wait for the soil to completely dry out before watering again.

Full Cactus Guide

Product Size

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Green

All Seasonal Colors

Yellow / Gold

Bloom Color

Red Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light

Recommended Light Conditions

Full Sun

Maximum Height

Over 12"

Growth Habit / Shape

Vertical Grower / Tall Stem

Special Characteristic

Hard to Kill

Special Characteristic

Showy Blooms

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

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