Echinocereus reichenbachii

Water:

April-September: 1 x every 2 weeks*

October-March: 1x per month *

*This is only for a sunny location

Light: sunny

Nutrition: 1x per month (May-September)

The Echinocereus reichenbachii is a beautiful cactus species that occurs naturally in the southwestern United States and northeastern Mexico. This Echinocereus reichenbachii often grows here in harsh conditions. Lots of sun, little water and also frost at night. This means that this cactus can take a beating.

The Echinocereus reichenbachii has beautiful light brown to brown orange spines. These mainly grow sideways to protect the plant body. The rest of this cactus has a dark green color. The Echinocereus reichenbachii is a slow-growing cactus species. Eventually she grows to a height of 40 cm. This cactus also produces several side shoots as it ages. This way you get a nice cluster of these cacti.

The Echinocereus reichenbachii not only has a beautiful appearance, but can also flower beautifully. This cactus does this easily when she is happy with you. A fluffy flower bud first grows from the head of the cactus, which later grows into a beautiful bright purple-pink flower with a red heart and green pistil.