Lobivia or Echinopsis ancistrophora kratochviliana inventory-hero-monitored Stem: Long

Stem: Long

which encourages spine production

but the main difference is the bluish-green color of the blue barrel cactus

It is extremely drought tolerant once established

Lobivia or Echinopsis ancistrophora kratochviliana inventory-hero-monitored Stem: LongIt is a good beginner cactus and easy to grow and flower. It is quite resistant and occasionally gets covered by bright showy blossoms also neglected in a dry windowsill. Requires good drainage and very porous potting mix. Need regular water in spring to fall but do not water again until dry. Also, it is a species that is dormant in the winter and require very little water (maybe even none) during the cold months. This is a cute prolific clumper