The species name "arachnacantha" comes from the Greek for "with spider web-shaped thorns". It is quite resistant and occasionally gets covered by bright yellow blossoms, that will attract even a non-cactophile spouse.
Recommended temperature zone: Sunset: 16, 17, 21-27, USDA: 9b-12
Frost tolerance: Hardy to 25°F (-4°C), for short periods
Minimum avg. temperature: 50°F (10°C)
Sun exposure: Full sun to light shade
Origin: Bolivia
Watering needs: Regular water in spring to fall
Blooming habits: The large 2" wide yellow flowers open during the day.
Requires to be kept below 45°F (7°C) in winter to flower well in the spring.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
| Blooming Season | Late spring/early summer |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Echinopsis arachnacantha |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower | Gold (yellow-orange) |
| Frost Tolerance | -5°c Or less |
| Growth Rate | - |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b to 11 |
| Height | Under 6 in. |
| Origin | Bolivia |
| Scientific Name | Lobivia arachnacantha |
| Shape | Spherical |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun to light shade |
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United StatesBeautiful as Usual
Cactus arrived in excellent packaging and in great condition. Very healthy plants! thank you!
United Statesnice plant
Very good experience. Exactly what i was looking for
United StatesSmall monther cactus with several babies.
The cactus arrived on time. Packed carefully with no mess. The size of the cactus is much smaller than I expected. It's diameter is about 1.5 inch.
United StatesLobivia arachnacantha's flame-like flower
When lit up by sunlight, the Lobivia arachnacantha's yellow-orange flower glows like a torch, in stark contrast to its dark green stem with small, defenseless spines. It's a rarity, since most cacti flowers are red, pink, or cream.
United StatesLobivia cactus
The plant was in great condition I love it I would definitely buy it again