Engelmann's hedgehog cactus
Also known as
Engelmann's cactus
Taxonomy
Echinocereus engelmannii
Echinocereus
Cactaceae
Caryophyllales
How to care for Engelmann's hedgehog cactus
Water
How often to water your Engelmann's hedgehog cactus
every 12
Engelmann's hedgehog cactus needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
12
Light
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Finding light for Engelmann's hedgehog cactus in your home
a window
Engelmann's hedgehog cactus love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Engelmann's hedgehog cactus does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Engelmann's hedgehog cactus in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Engelmann's hedgehog cactus
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Engelmann's hedgehog cactus after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Engelmann's hedgehog cactus thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Engelmann's hedgehog cactus requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Growth Pattern
Engelmann's hedgehog cactus grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Care Summary for Engelmann's hedgehog cactus
Engelmann's hedgehog cactus
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 12 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
