
Easter lily cactus (Echinopsis oxygona)
Easter lily cactus, also known as Pink Easter lily cactus, Red Easter lily cactus
Easter lily cactus (Echinopsis oxygona) is an evergreen, cylinder-shaped cactus that will grow from 30 to 46 cm tall and 61 cm wide. From spring to summer, it blooms with eye-catching blossoms of pink flowers that fade to white in the center. Thrives in full sun and prefers dry to medium, well-drained soil. Pet-friendly, it can be grown in the garden or container to add beauty and interest to landscape or patio.
Key Facts About Easter lily cactus
Attributes of Easter lily cactus
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Height
10 cm to 15 cm
Spread
5 cm to 25 cm
Leaf Color
N/A (Cacti have spines instead of leaves)
Flower Size
14 cm
Flower Color
Pink White
Scientific Classification of Easter lily cactus
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Caryophyllales
Family
Cactuses
Genus
Hedgehog cactusses
Species
Easter lily cactus