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Cactus · SUCCCTEC
Echinopsis oxygona
Cactaceae
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Echinopsis oxygona · a cactus of the Cactaceae family, a globular cactus with spectacular large nocturnal flowers. Grown in our nursery in the Almería desert in full sun, with minimal watering and 100% mineral soil—the specimen in the photo is the one you will receive.
Price range: 5,50 € through 6,71 €
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About Echinopsis oxygona
Echinopsis oxygona is one of the most distinctive cactuss in the Cactaceae family. Its origin is in Andean South America (Argentina, Bolivia, Peru). It stands out for globose or columnar body with marked ribs, a peculiarity that has fascinated botanists and enthusiasts for generations.
At Succulentae we produce Echinopsis oxygona with artisanal technique in southeastern Spain, following a cultivation protocol that replicates the sun, dryness and mineral conditions of its native habitat. That’s why you receive a robust plant, with marked natural color and hardened against sun and drought.
Botanical fact sheet
| Scientific name | Echinopsis oxygona | |
| Family | Cactaceae | |
| Origin | Andean South America (Argentina, Bolivia, Peru) | |
| Natural habitat | slopes and plateaus | |
| Adult size | 10-40 cm | |
| Flowering | huge nocturnal trumpet flowers in white or pink | |
| Propagation | offset or seed | |
| Toxicity | non-toxic · some spp. with alkaloids |
Did you know?
Its flowers can reach 25 cm in length and open during a single night; the intense fragrance attracts nocturnal pollinators such as hawk moths and bats.
Light
Full sun — at least 6 hours of direct light. South-facing window or sunny outdoors.
Water
Water when the substrate is completely dry. In summer every 1-2 weeks, let it rest in winter (every 3-4 weeks or less).
Substrate
Mineral substrate with high drainage: pumice, akadama and a little peat. We ship it ready in its substrate — no repotting needed for 12-18 months.
Temperature
Ideal between 18 and 28 °C. Tolerates down to 5 °C in winter if the substrate is dry. Protect from frost.
Botanical fact sheet
Botanical name
Echinopsis oxygona
Genus · species
Echinopsis · oxygona
Family
Cactaceae
Origin
Americas (Mexico, Bolivia, Peru)
Natural habitat
Deserts and semi-arid regions
Growth rate
Slow — 2 to 4 cm per year
Lifespan
15-30 years with proper care
Flowering
Spring-summer · diurnal flowers
Propagation
Cutting, offset or seed
Toxicity
Non-toxic to pets
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"Arrived in perfect condition and very well packaged. The plant is gorgeous, even better than in the photo."
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