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Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus

Echinocereus Triglochidiatus

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Overview

Echinocereus triglochidiatus, commonly known as Claret Cup or Strawberry Cactus, thrives in arid environments. This cactus forms clumps reaching 6-18 inches in height and up to 2 feet wide. Its vibrant red, cup-shaped flowers bloom in spring, offering a striking contrast against the green cylindrical stems festooned with white spines. Requires full sun, excellent drainage, and minimal water, making it perfect for low-maintenance, water-efficient landscapes. Hardy to 0°F.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 9–10Type Cactus, SucculentClimate Arid
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — Echinocereus triglochidiatus, commonly known as Claret Cup or Strawberry Cactus, image 97

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Cactus, Succulent
Family
Cactaceae
Climate
Arid

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Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — resilient plant selection that provides seasonal color and architectural interest, image 68
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — with individual stems that can grow up to 6 inches in diameter and exceed 1 foot in height
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — cactus / succulent for full; serving both aesthetic and ecological functions, image 120
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — This cacti species prides itself on its hardiness; with individual stems that can, image 57
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — cup-shaped flowers bloom in spring; it prefers well-draining soil, image 75
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — adds a touch of desert beauty to any landscape design
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — This cactus forms clumps reaching 6-18 inches in height and up to 2 feet wide
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — capable of thriving in USDA zones 5 through 11 and can handle temperatures down to, image 34
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — The cactus features a mound-forming habit; this cactus forms clumps reaching 6-18, image 107
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — offering a striking contrast against the green cylindrical stems festooned with, image 52
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — capable of thriving in USDA zones 5 through 11 and can handle temperatures down to, image 58
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — exhibiting striking tubular flowers that range in color from scarlet to orange-red, image 85
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — with individual stems that can grow up to 6 inches in diameter and exceed 1 foot in, image 84
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — The flowers are a nectar source for hummingbirds
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — thus incorporating a dynamic ecosystem interaction into your landscape; exhibiting striking
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — ideally grown in full sun to partial shade to optimize blooming; cactus / succulent with orange
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — This cactus forms clumps reaching 6-18 inches in height and up to 2 feet wide; the, image 98
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — Echinocereus triglochidiatus, commonly known as Claret Cup or Strawberry Cactus, image 73
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — resilient plant selection that provides seasonal color and architectural interest, image 92
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — incorporating the Echinocereus triglochidiatus offers a low-maintenance
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — exhibiting striking tubular flowers that range in color from scarlet to orange-red, image 61
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — capable of thriving in USDA zones 5 through 11 and can handle temperatures down to, image 82
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — thus incorporating a dynamic ecosystem interaction into your landscape; exhibiting, image 88
Claret Cup, Strawberry Cactus (Echinocereus Triglochidiatus) — incorporating the Echinocereus triglochidiatus offers a low-maintenance; capable of thriving in
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