Argentine Hedgehog
Echinopsis huascha
Argentine hedgehog features some of the most spectacular flowers of all landscape cacti. Be sure to look for selections that offer a wide range of flower colors. Note: previously classified as Trichocereus huascha.
THE BASICS
Type: Cacti
Sun: Full Sun, Partial Sun
Hardiness: 10°F
Water: Low
Native to: Argentina
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Moderate
Mature Height: 2 feet
Mature Width: 3 feet
Mature Form: Clumping
FOLIAGE
Evergreen
Color: Medium green
Texture: Yellow spines
WILDLIFE
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Orange and red, showy
Season: spring, summer
COMMENTS
Litter: Low
Thorns: Small
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert