Are you a cactus enthusiast looking for something unique and eye-catching to add to your collection? Look no further than the Eriosyce engleri, a vibrant member of the Eriosyce genus! This Globular stunning plant, with its small barrel stem covered with dense golden-yellow to yellowish-brown spines, is sure to make a statement in any home or garden and can thrive in USDA zone 9-11.
Native to Chile, it is a mostly simple rarely clustering species and can grow up to 4 inches in diameter. It produces funnel-shaped bright lemon-yellow flowers in summer, and make sure it gets full sun to partial shade for healthy growth. Use a well-drained soil mix with specialized potting soil. This drought-tolerant plant is easy to care for and can be propagated from seeds that don't require much attention.
| Bloom Season | Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Eriosyce engleri |
| Dormancy | Summer |
| Flower Color | Lemon yellow |
| Genus | Eriosyce |
| Growth Habit | Globular |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 4 in. wide |
| Native Area | Chile |
| Plant Type | Perennial cactus |
| Propagation | By seeds |
| Resistance | Drought tolerant, heat resistance, pest resistance |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting soil |
| Special Features | Easy to maintain |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Toxicity | Mild toxic for humans, mild toxic for pets (Keep away from Children) |
| Watering Needs | Low |
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Are you a cactus enthusiast looking for something unique and eye-catching to add to your collection? Look no further than the Eriosyce engleri, a vibrant member of the Eriosyce genus! This Globular stunning plant, with its small barrel stem covered with dense golden-yellow to yellowish-brown spines, is sure to make a statement in any home or garden and can thrive in USDA zone 9-11.
Native to Chile, it is a mostly simple rarely clustering species and can grow up to 4 inches in diameter. It produces funnel-shaped bright lemon-yellow flowers in summer, and make sure it gets full sun to partial shade for healthy growth. Use a well-drained soil mix with specialized potting soil. This drought-tolerant plant is easy to care for and can be propagated from seeds that don't require much attention.
| Bloom Season | Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Eriosyce engleri |
| Dormancy | Summer |
| Flower Color | Lemon yellow |
| Genus | Eriosyce |
| Growth Habit | Globular |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 4 in. wide |
| Native Area | Chile |
| Plant Type | Perennial cactus |
| Propagation | By seeds |
| Resistance | Drought tolerant, heat resistance, pest resistance |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting soil |
| Special Features | Easy to maintain |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Toxicity | Mild toxic for humans, mild toxic for pets (Keep away from Children) |
| Watering Needs | Low |