Xerophyte

Habit

It is a small compact solitary or clustering cactus (particularly in cultivation).

Roots

Tap root.

Note

Echinopsis haematanthaSN|12412]]SN|12412]] is a widespread and variable species that has received an undue number of names. The differences usually concern the colour of flowers sometime with a more pink-orange or dark red tint. The colouring, size and density of spines is also quite variable and is greatly influenced by the conditions of culture, at lower light levels the spines are less numerous, delicate and white, while with strong solar radiation the spines are stronger with a darker tint.

Flowers

Approx. 5.5 cm long, 4.5 cm in diameter varying from orange, red and yellow (rare).

Blooming Season

Flowers are produced in spring and remain open for about three or four days.

Spines

Short, whitish-cream to almost black. thin and spreading.

Stem

Greyish-green with woolly areoles.