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 |
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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 |