

Whenever Greg notices one of his cacti is about to bloom, he makes sure to film it overnight with a special HD time-lapse setup. Photo by Echinopsis enthusiast Greg Krehel has an astonishing talent for catching these blooming succulents in the precise act. The cacti bloom only late at night, and even then only for a few hours. Be patient, and you'll be able to see the peak moment of beauty, lasting for about an hour, where Echinopsis cactus burst into firework-like blooming flowers. This is your sign to set that alarm and check on your Echinopsis during that midnight sleep. This type of plant only blooms late at night, and even then only for a few hours. The trick is actually seeing the whole process. Photo by Do They Burst Into Firework-Like Flowers? The magic of this plant relies on the fact it can produce flush after flush of flowers for as long as the daytime temperatures remain above 70F/21C. Most types of cacti produce just one flush of flowers each year, but this is not the case for Echinopsis. They frequently appear in flushes of multiple flowers opening at the same time.Ĥ.

Can you imagine the unforgettable experience of seeing these stupendous blooms bursting open like fireworks?ģ. As said by plant lovers, the flowers are BIG, ranging from about 5″-6″ in diameter. They often combine two or more hues that work in perfect harmony to create perfection in a flower.Ģ. The flowers' stunning, yet vibrantly rich colors make these plants, and their blooming process one of the most amazing in the world.

4 Reasons Why Echinopsis Cactus is an Amazing Blooming Flowerġ. You'll understand why if you keep scrolling. This is a type of plant that features unbelievable, eye-catching love and treats for your eyes. The genus is home to different sizes of plants, including large and small-sized. The Echinopsis represents a genus that is one of the biggest with 128 species. Although it is densely covered with spines, you won't believe the marvelous flowers that can burst like fireworks when they bloom.Įchinopsis Cactus Important Characteristics Photo by spiky, and prickly appearance is what gives it several nicknames. It might appear a little obvious, but saying it again will do no harm. Besides Echinopsis, this plant is also known as the hedgehog cactus, Easter lily cactus, or sea urchin cactus. The amazing Echinopsis cactus masterpiece plant has its origin in South America. You may be wondering, what is an Echinopsis cactus and where did it originate? Each spring, the giant saguaro cactus displays one of the Sonoran Desert’s most gorgeous flowers. About 8 cm large white blooms with golden centers open at night and fade the next day. Here's everything you should know about this cacti variety and how their flowers create an explosion of visually appealing images.Įverything you Should Know About Echinopsis, the Firework-like Blooming Cactus The Carnegia ‘gigantea’ or Giant saguaro cactus white flowers are typically found near the apex of the cactus’ stems and arms. Of course, plants and flowers are gorgeously beautiful themselves, but there's nothing more beautiful than experiencing the Echinopsis cactus bursting into firework-like blooming flowers. If you're a cactus lover at heart, the following information and images will definitely be love at first sight for you.
