What are the ideal growing conditions for Echinopsis Macrogona?
Echinopsis Macrogona thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires well-draining soil. It is drought-tolerant once established and prefers infrequent watering.
Echinopsis Macrogona (Trichocereus macrogonus) is a columnar cactus known for its striking ribbed stems and large, white nocturnal flowers. Native to South America, it th
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining cactus mix
Temperature
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize during the growing season.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth and flowering.
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Reduce watering significantly in winter.
Well-draining cactus mix
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures.
Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season (20-30°C) and cooler (5-10°C) in winter dormancy.
Outdoor
Fertilize during the growing season.
Use a diluted cactus or balanced fertilizer once a month from spring to late summer.
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
1-3 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Type
Scale-like
Flower Size
10-15 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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None