Echinocereus SubinermisDav Hir / Wikimedia Commons
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Echinocereus Subinermis

Echinocereus Subinermis

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Botanical fact sheet

Echinocereus subinermis Salm-Dyck ex Scheer

✓ Verified fact sheet Nov 5, 2026
Echinocereus subinermis
Photo: Dav Hir / Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0source
Taxonomy
Family: Cactaceae · Genus: Echinocereus2
Plant type
Perennial, succulent-stemmed cactus. Erect, initially mostly solitary, later may develop offsets at the base.
Native distribution
Native to the northwestern part of Mexico, in the states of Sonora and Sinaloa, as well as in the southwestern region of Chihuahua and Durango.uncertain4
Natural habitat
Occurs in dry, desert, and semi-desert areas, in dry shrublands. Characterized by low precipitation and well-drained soil in its natural habitat.
Height / growth form
Erect, rounded to cylindrical, ribbed-stemmed cactus. Typically reaches a height of about 10–25 cm. The number of ribs and the development of spines vary.
Flowering period
From late spring to early summer, typically with large, funnel-shaped yellow flowers.
Growth & dormancy period
The growth period is in spring and summer. In winter, it enters a dormant period under cool, dry conditions. Watering is generally not necessary during the winter rest.
Ecology
Drought-tolerant, xerophytic plant. Stores water in its fleshy stem. Its flowers can be pollinated by insects. Adapted to drought and strong sunlight in its natural environment.
Conservation status
DD Data deficient (IUCN)uncertain
The assessment of the species' conservation status is limited by insufficient distribution and population data. The DD classification does not imply that the species is endangered, nor does it confirm that it is safe.67
Synonyms
2 synonyms
  • Echinocereus subinermis Salm-Dyck
  • Echinocereus subinermis luteus (Britton & Rose) Backeb.
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Echinocereus subinermis is a species of flowering plant in the cactus family Cactaceae, native to north, northwestern, and central Mexico.

Sources (10)
  1. POWO – Plants of the World Online: Echinocereus subinermis · CC BY 3.0
  2. GBIF Backbone Taxonomy – Echinocereus subinermis · Scientific name · CC BY 4.0
  3. GBIF – synonyms · Synonyms · CC BY 4.0
  4. GBIF – distributions (The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP); The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species) · Native distribution · CC BY 4.0
  5. Wikidata – Q1280450 · CC0
  6. Wikidata – IUCN Red List status (P141) · Conservation status · CC0
  7. IUCN Red List · Conservation status
  8. Wikimedia Commons – Echinocereus subinermis.JPG · CC BY-SA 3.0
  9. Wikipedia (de) – Echinocereus subinermis · CC BY-SA 4.0
  10. Wikipedia (en) – Echinocereus subinermis · CC BY-SA 4.0
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Waterlowgeneral genus data
Lightfull sungeneral genus data
Humiditylowgeneral genus data
Min. temperature0 °Cgeneral genus data
Dry winter rest · general genus dataDifficulty: ●●○○○ · general genus data✓ Not known to be toxic · general genus data

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Echinocereus tip: After a cold, bone-dry winter it produces enormous flowers; many species are frost hardy.

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At a glance

Echinocereus Subinermis – what to know

Echinocereus Subinermis – family: Cactaceae, genus: Echinocereus. Native range: Native to the northwestern part of Mexico, in the states of Sonora and Sinaloa, as well as in the southwestern region of Chihuahua and Durango. General care guidelines for the genus Echinocereus (no species-specific data yet): light: full sun; water: low; min. 0 °C. One Perfect Plants Club member grows it (1 photos). It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Echinocereus Subinermis?

According to the general guideline for the genus Echinocereus: Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.

How much light does Echinocereus Subinermis need?

According to the general guideline for the genus Echinocereus: It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.

How cold can Echinocereus Subinermis get?

According to the general guideline for the genus Echinocereus: It tolerates brief, light frost (down to about 0 °C) but needs winter protection.

Is Echinocereus Subinermis toxic to cats and dogs?

It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.

When does Echinocereus Subinermis flower?

According to the general guideline for the genus Echinocereus: Typical flowering time: April, May, June.

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Data sources: GBIF.org – Echinocereus subinermis (CC BY 4.0) · Wikidata – Q1280450 (CC0) · Wikimedia Commons – Echinocereus subinermis.JPG (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikipedia – Echinocereus subinermis (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Care data is for guidance only.

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