{"product_id":"sea-urchin-cactus-3-pot","title":"Echinopsis Species - 3\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eEchinopsis oxygona, the Sea Urchin or Easter Lily Cactus, is a popular clustering globular cactus with a ribbed, urchin-like green body bearing short spines. Native to South America, it is treasured for its spectacular, large, fragrant trumpet-shaped flowers in soft pink to white that open from long tubes, often at night or early morning, and last a day or two. It offsets freely to form clumps and is one of the easiest cacti to bloom, even for beginners. Hardy, drought-tolerant and undemanding, it rewards a sunny windowsill or balcony with a dramatic seasonal flower display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCactaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-25 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-30 cm, clustering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeafless; ribbed globular body with short spines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePink to white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring to summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArid, subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull to bright light; several hours of sun.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater when soil dries in summer; dry in winter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGritty, very free-draining cactus mix.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrives 18-35C; protect from frost.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow humidity preferred.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight cactus feed once or twice for blooms.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone; remove only damaged tissue.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2-3 years; handle with care.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy by separating offsets, or from seed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMealybugs, scale, spider mites; rot if wet.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic, but spines can injure.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;A free-flowering ornamental cactus for sunny windowsills, balconies and containers, grown for its large, fragrant trumpet blooms and its easy, clumping, low-maintenance habit.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In India give it bright sun and a gritty mix, water in the warm season and keep it dry over winter; a cool, dry winter rest greatly improves the spring and summer flower display.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Echinopsis oxygona?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater when the soil dries during the warm growing season, about every 1-2 weeks, and keep it nearly dry through winter to avoid rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull to bright light with several hours of sun keeps it healthy and flowering well. Low light leads to weak, pale, non-blooming growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Sea Urchin Cactus safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is non-toxic, but its spines can injure curious pets and people, so place it out of reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDetach the offsets, or pups, from the base, let them callus for a few days, then plant in dry, gritty cactus mix. It can also be grown from seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot every 2-3 years in spring, handling it carefully with padding, into a slightly larger pot with very free-draining mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy won't my cactus flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt usually needs strong sun and a cool, dry winter rest to bloom. Without that dormancy and enough light, flowering is sparse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long do the flowers last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe large trumpet flowers are short-lived, often lasting only a day or two, but a healthy plant can produce several in a season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is the base turning soft or brown?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA soft, browning base indicates rot from overwatering or poor drainage. Reduce watering and ensure the mix drains very freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it grow indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, on a very bright, sunny windowsill. It needs strong light to stay firm and to flower, so a dim spot will not suit it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed with a diluted low-nitrogen cactus fertilizer once or twice during the growing season to support its abundant blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51270550257910,"sku":"PLT-SEAURCHINCAC-P03-NA","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/Bo967sZVfvPX4DkhD0a0HVv5i0TuRsjowt6LxFCq.png?v=1784184592","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/sea-urchin-cactus-3-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}