Echinocereus viereckii subsp. morricalii

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CactusCactus or succulent, House plant, EvergreenFamily: Cactaceae

Flower colour:

Pink

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Soil

Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Echinocereus viereckii subsp. morricalii is a slow-growing cactus native to Mexico. As it grows it forms a small cluster of columnar stems that shrink in winter in response to a the lack of water. They're prized for their large, magenta-coloured blooms that usually appear in late spring.

For best results, grow Echinocereus viereckii subsp. morricalii in full sun in well-drained soil or cactus compost and keep at room temperature. Water sparingly and allow compost to fully dry out between November and March. Moving it to a cool, dry and frost-free spot over winter will improve the show of flowers in spring.

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Echinocereus ‘Viereckii’ and wildlife

Echinocereus ‘Viereckii’ is known for attracting bees and beneficial insects. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Echinocereus ‘Viereckii’ poisonous?

Echinocereus ‘Viereckii’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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