Close-up of Echinocereus vivediflorus canus, a rare green cactus with long spines and textured surface in gravelly soil, lit by sunlight.

Echinocereus vivediflorus canus

2.5" Pot
$9.71
$9.71 $12.29
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Close-up of Echinocereus vivediflorus canus, a rare green cactus with long spines and textured surface in gravelly soil, lit by sunlight.
  • Close-up of Echinocereus vivediflorus canus, a rare green cactus with long spines and textured surface in gravelly soil, lit by sunlight.
  • Close-up of a green, round Echinocereus vivediflorus canus cactus with dense white and red-tipped spines among small rocks.
  • Close-up of an Echinocereus vivediflorus canus, known as the Nylon Hedgehog cactus, a rare and unique houseplant.
  • Close-up of Echinocereus vivediflorus canus cactus with long white and reddish spines, set against a blurred background of soil and cacti.
  • Top view of Echinocereus vivediflorus canus with dense white spines tipped red, in a square container among small rocks, on dark background.
  • Close-up of Echinocereus vivediflorus canus cactus with dense white and reddish spines in rocky soil, near other unique houseplants.
  • Close-up of Echinocereus vivediflorus canus cactus, showing green stems with white-pinkish spines and soil with small white pebbles.
  • Close-up of Echinocereus vivediflorus canus, a rare green cactus with long spines and textured surface in gravelly soil, lit by sunlight.
  • Close-up of a green, round Echinocereus vivediflorus canus cactus with dense white and red-tipped spines among small rocks.
  • Close-up of an Echinocereus vivediflorus canus, known as the Nylon Hedgehog cactus, a rare and unique houseplant.
  • Close-up of Echinocereus vivediflorus canus cactus with long white and reddish spines, set against a blurred background of soil and cacti.
  • Top view of Echinocereus vivediflorus canus with dense white spines tipped red, in a square container among small rocks, on dark background.
  • Close-up of Echinocereus vivediflorus canus cactus with dense white and reddish spines in rocky soil, near other unique houseplants.
  • Close-up of Echinocereus vivediflorus canus cactus, showing green stems with white-pinkish spines and soil with small white pebbles.
Echinocereus vivediflorus canus

Echinocereus vivediflorus canus

$9.71
$9.71 $12.29
Size2.5" Pot

Echinocereus Vivediflorus Canus is a wonderful plant from the Cactaceae family. The plant originates from Chile and is known by its common name “Nylon Hedgehog”. Growing up to 1 foot in height, this succulent goes into dormancy in the winter months. Echinocereus cactus looks unique and attractive.

Growth Rate

This rare houseplant is slow-growing.

Flowering

Nylon Hedgehog blooms in a lovely yellow color throughout the spring. The bright flowers are sure to brighten up any room.

Watering

These succulents can tolerate neglect. Reduce or avoid watering these plants during their dormant period. Water sparingly during the growing season.

Soil

This houseplant needs porous and well-drained soil.

Hardiness

Echinocereus Vivediflorus Canus belongs to the hardiness zone of 6a to 11b. This plant has no frost tolerance. So, if you live in areas with freezing temperatures of 21 to 14° F or -6 to -10° C, it is better to plant this variety indoors.

Light

Echinocereus cactus plants grow best in full sun. Place your plant for a few hours in bright sunlight per day.

Propagation

The propagation process of these succulent plants can be done through seeds or cuttings.

Echinocereus Vivediflorus Canus “Nylon Hedgehog” is a great addition to homes and gardens. Easy to grow & requires low maintenance. 

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