Lobivia winteriana

(This plant comes in a 3.5" pot. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. It may or may not be blooming at the time of your purchase. The plant is shipped in its pot to prevent any damage to the roots).

This plant produces beautiful bright pink flowers that contrast perfectly with its paler throat.

Recommended temperature zone: USDA: 10-12
Frost tolerance: Frost tender
Sun exposure: Outside full sun or afternoon shade, inside needs bright light and some direct sun.
Origin: Bolivia, Peru
Growth habits: Solitary or clumping, globose cactus, up to 3" tall (7 cm), 2" in diameter (5 cm)
Watering needs: Little water, needs good drainage
Blooming habits: Red-pink flowers with often lighter throats, 1.5" in diameter (4 cm)

 

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Blooming Season	Spring to early summer
Common Name	Echinopsis backebergii werderm
Dormancy	Winter
Flower	Fushia pink
Frost Tolerance	-5°c
Growth Rate	Slow
Hardiness Zone	9b to 11
Height	2-3 "
Origin	Bolivia and peru
Scientific Name	Lobivia winteriana
Shape	Globose to cylindrical
Sun Exposure	Partial shade