Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
obliqua
ID:
1289259

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cels ex F.A.C.Weber

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Dict. Hort.: 472. 1896.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288597

Common Names

  • Oblique Echinopsis
  • Oblique Hedgehog Cactus
  • Oblique Easter Lily Cactus

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Description

Echinopsis obliqua (also called Oblique Echinopsis, among many other common names) is a small, globular cactus with a dense covering of spines. It is native to South America and is found in rocky hillsides and dry scrublands. It has a single stem with a diameter of up to 4 inches and is usually covered with white, yellow, or pink spines.

Uses & Benefits

Echinopsis obliqua is a low-growing, spreading plant that is often used as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It is also a popular choice for rock gardens and containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinopsis obliqua is white, with a diameter of about 3 cm. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinopsis obliqua is a fast-growing cactus that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It should be watered when the soil is dry and fertilized during the growing season.

Where to Find Echinopsis obliqua

Echinopsis obliqua is native to Argentina.

Echinopsis obliqua FAQ

What is the common name of Echinopsis obliqua?

Sea Urchin Cactus

What is the ideal temperature for Echinopsis obliqua?

65-80 degrees Fahrenheit

What is the ideal light for Echinopsis obliqua?

Bright, indirect light

Species in the Echinopsis genus

Echinopsis amoenissima, Echinopsis aurea, Echinopsis berlingii, Echinopsis breviflora, Echinopsis cabrerae, Echinopsis calochlora, Echinopsis chrysantha, Echinopsis densispina, Echinopsis droegeana, Echinopsis duvallii, Echinopsis fraciliflora, Echinopsis gigantea, Echinopsis haematantha, Echinopsis hamatispina, Echinopsis hammerschmidii, Echinopsis hossei, Echinopsis huotii, Echinopsis ibicuatensis, Echinopsis lagemannii, Echinopsis macrodiscus, Echinopsis marsoneri, Echinopsis mieckleyi, Echinopsis mihanovichii, Echinopsis muelleri, Echinopsis nigerrima, Echinopsis oxygona, Echinopsis picta, Echinopsis poselgeri, Echinopsis quehlii, Echinopsis rohlandii, Echinopsis salmiana, Echinopsis salpigophara, Echinopsis silvestrii, Echinopsis sphacelata, Echinopsis tacuarembense, Echinopsis tephracantha, Echinopsis tougardii, Echinopsis tubiflora, Echinopsis tucumanensis, Echinopsis undulata, Echinopsis valida, Echinopsis wilkensii, Echinopsis semidenudata, Echinopsis kermensiana, Echinopsis beckmannii, Echinopsis boeckmannii, Echinopsis boutillieri, Echinopsis droegeana, Echinopsis duvallii, Echinopsis elegans,

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Jacques Philippe Martin Cels (1740-1806): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cels' in the authors string.
Frédéric Albert Constantin Weber (1830-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.A.C.Weber' in the authors string.