Echinopsis mamillosa var. kermesina
Scientific Name: Echinopsis mamillosa var. kermesina (Krainz) Krainz
Synonym: Echinopsis kermesina, Pseudolobivia kermesina
Family: Cactaceae
USDA: 9-11
Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 20° F (-7° C)
Sun Exposure: Light shade
Origin: Bolivia (Tarija)
Growth Habits: Solitary spherical to columnar cactus, up to 6 inches in diameter
Propagation: Seeds
Echinopsis kermesina is in the parentage of a lot of hybrid Echinopsis with red flowers.
Blooming Habits:
Large carmine flowers, up to 8 inches long (20 cm), 4 inches wide (10 cm).
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