Xerophyte

Throat

Pale greenish-white.

Tepals

Thin wavy bright red.

Description

Echinopsis cv. Quirtal SquirtSN|21661]]SN|21661]] is a colourful variety (Peter Mügge hybrid?) with beautiful red flowers at a time, and are quite a sight. Magnificent bloomers, the flowers open nocturnally, or early in the morning, closing by mid morning, and can endure for two-three days (depending on temperature and sun exposure).

Stigma

Greenish-white.

Filaments

Magenta.

Anthers

Cream-coloured.

Flowers

Medium to large-sized starry.