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Echinopsis 'Flying Saucer' Hybrid

Echinopsis 'Flying Saucer' is a spectacular hybrid cactus bred for its enormous, saucer-shaped flowers in vibrant colors. The plant forms clumps of columnar stems that produce a succession of blooms in late spring to summer.

Botanical Profile

Family:	Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee)
Genus:	Echinopsis (ek-in-OP-sis)
Cultivar:	Flying Saucer
Hybridized by:	Britsch
Synonym:	Trichocereus

Cultivation

Full sun and well-draining cactus mix. Water deeply but infrequently. Fertilize during growing season for best blooms. The flowers can reach 6-8 inches across and last several days. A show-stopping addition to any cactus collection.

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