Green Flowered Hedgehog Cactus
A hardy, clustering cactus famous for its unique lemon-scented lime green flowers and colorful reddish-brown spines.
Description Echinocereus viridiflorus var. robustior is a sturdy, cylindrical cactus known as the Green-Flowered Hedgehog. It features distinct ribs covered in dense, comb-like spines that often show beautiful banding in shades of red, white, and brown.
True to its name, this variety produces rare chartreuse to lime-green flowers that often carry a faint citrus fragrance. The "robustior" form grows larger and stouter than the standard species, making it a tough and attractive addition to any collection.
Origin & Type This is a botanical variety native to the Chihuahuan Desert (New Mexico and Mexico). Our plants are 100% nursery-grown and seed-raised, ensuring healthy, acclimatized specimens without harming wild populations.
Care Guide
- Light: Thrives in full sunlight. Direct sun brings out the vibrant colors in the spines and encourages blooming.
- Water: Very drought tolerant. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Keep dry during winter dormancy.
- Soil: Requires excellent drainage. Use a gritty cactus mix with plenty of pumice, gravel, or coarse sand.
- Temperature: Highly adaptable. It loves the Indian heat (up to 35°C+) but is also one of the most cold-hardy cacti available.
- Growth Rate: Moderate grower that tends to offset and form small clumps over time.
Additional Details
- Plant Size: Small to medium cylindrical stems; ships in a standard nursery pot.
- Indoor/Outdoor: Best for outdoor sunny spots, rock gardens, or very bright south-facing windows.
- Beginner friendliness: Excellent for beginners; very forgiving and hard to kill.
- Toxicity: Non-toxic, though the spines are sharp and should be handled with care.
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