Echinocereus triglochidiatus
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Echinocereus triglochidiatus

Claret Cup Cactus

Quick Facts

Full and Afternoon Sun Xeric Attracts Hummingbirds  Legend

Description:

4” x 12” tall stems, (seed propogated). This giant stemmed claret cup is a very showy species with deep orange or scarlet flowers in late spring. Bearing classic spine clusters with three or four thorns at each areole, mature plants cluster with only 3 to 5 stems.

A fascinating claret cup variation that grows huge 12” tall by 4” diameter stems. Found from eastern NM and southern CO, west through AZ into NV, UT and CA. Very heat tolerant. Blooming generally begins 3 to 4 years after the initial planting as the plant matures. Cold hardy to Zones 5-10.

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QUICK FACTS
USDA Growing Zones 5 - 10
Make the Most of Color! Red
Regions Hot Desert
Rain Less than 10in., 10in - 20in, 20in - 30in, 30in - 40in (with care)
Bloom Time Late Spring, Summer
Sun Full and Afternoon Sun
Soil Sandy Garden Soil
Moisture Xeric
Height Small - up to 12in.
Attractive to Friendly Visitors Attracts Hummingbirds