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Basic Info
Echinopsis Thelegonais also commonly known as the ‘Echinopsis’. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to around 2 cm (3″) tall. The plants main feature is the green stem that is covered by dark small spines. When the plant finally produces flowers you can expect them to be white.
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Echinopsis Thelegona ‘Echinopsis’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care off. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Echinopsis healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Echinopsis Thelegona ‘Echinopsis’
This succulent type is quite the exotic one that blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy white beautiful flowers. It is a nice addition to your outside garden!
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 1-2 cm (3-6″) tall
- Can die easily if overwatered see:
- How to Water Succulent PlantsDoes not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 9a-11b -6.7 °C (20 F)
- Best propagated by seeds
- White flowers
Where to Plant
Echinopsis Thelegona ‘Echinopsis’ succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 9a-11b which is around -6.7 °C (20 °F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Echinopsis in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
How to Propagate Echinopsis Thelegona ‘Echinopsis’
Echinopsis can be propagated by seeds. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
How to Propagate Echinopsis Thelegona ‘Echinopsis’ Using Seeds
This succulent type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.
Origin and Habitat
Echinopsis is native to northern Argentina.
