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0Echinocereus coccineus
- Taxonomy
- Family: Cactaceae · Genus: Echinocereus
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How it thrives
Waterlow
Lightfull sun
Humiditylowgeneral genus data
Min. temperature-20 °CNo monthly schedule is shown because cultivar-/species-level data is not yet sufficient. The general values above are guidance only.
Echinocereus tip: After a cold, bone-dry winter it produces enormous flowers; many species are frost hardy.
Echinocereus coccineus – what to know
Echinocereus coccineus – family: Cactaceae, genus: Echinocereus. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: low; min. -20 °C. It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.
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Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Echinocereus coccineus?
Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.
How much light does Echinocereus coccineus need?
It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.
How cold can Echinocereus coccineus get?
Frost-hardy to about -20 °C – it can overwinter outdoors in many climates.
Is Echinocereus coccineus toxic to cats and dogs?
It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.
When does Echinocereus coccineus flower?
According to the general guideline for the genus Echinocereus: Typical flowering time: April, May, June.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
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Average watering interval
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Questions about this species
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