Echinopsis Oxygona

Family

Cactacaea

Native

Brazil

Description

A colony forming or solitary plant, it has a ball shape with green buds. This plant has notched ribs and ribs which are centrally as well as radially located. This species produces white funnel shaped flowers which open at night.

Environment

This species flourishes best in limestone along with good potting material. Requires moderate watering and should be completely drained during summers. Winters need less watering. Sunlight loving, these Cactus should be protected from the harsh sun but afternoon sunlight is good for their growth.

Landscape Uses

Usually these are outdoor plant, grass lands, landscapes.