Echinopsis mamillosa

Mammillated Torch Cactus

WhatsApp
Globular cactus with prominent mammillae and tubular flowers, native to Andean highlands; thrives in bright light.
yard Succulents plants wb_sunny Sun pets Not pet-safe
info

Plant Details

Common Name Mammillated Torch Cactus
Family Cactaceae
Genus Echinopsis
Species Mamillosa
Origin Bolivia / Argentina
Blooming Tubular flowers in summer, sometimes winter dormancy
Leaf Color Deep green stem with white/yellow spines
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
yard

Care & Maintenance

terrain
Soil

Cactus-specific mix with high mineral content, pumice, and coarse sand for drainage

water_drop
Watering

Water thoroughly only when soil is bone dry; strictly reduce watering during winter dormancy period

light_mode
Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure to maintain compact shape; protect from harsh midday scorch in extreme heat

science
Fertilization

Apply diluted cactus fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring/Summer), stop in autumn

content_cut
Pruning

Remove dead spines or infected tissue with sterilized tweezers; avoid damaging the areoles

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

calendar_month

Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
thermostat

Growing Parameters

thermostat
Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
water_drop
Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
light_mode
Light (LUX)
3000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
wb_sunny
Light (PAR)
1500 – 2800
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
water
Soil Moisture
5% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
bolt
Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
local_hospital

Common Problems

Something wrong with your Echinopsis mamillosa? Select a symptom to diagnose and fix the issue.

Related Plants

You might also like these plants

Browse All ›
Echinopsis oxygona
yardSucculents plants
Echinopsis oxygona

Night-blooming Cereus

account_treeCactaceae location_onArgentina

from $17
check_circleIn Stock
yard1-2 in
Echinopsis tubiflora
yardSucculents plants
Echinopsis tubiflora

Night-blooming Cereus

account_treeCactaceae location_onArgentina, Bolivia

info Price unavailable

Acanthocereus tetragonus Fairy Castles
yardSucculents plants
Acanthocereus tetragonus Fairy Castles

Fairy Castles, Candelabra Cactus

account_treeCactaceae location_onCaribbean, Florida

from $18
check_circleIn Stock
yard1-2 in
Ariocarpus fissuratus
yardSucculents plants
Ariocarpus fissuratus

Living Rock Cactus

account_treeCactaceae location_onMexico

info Price unavailable

favorite