{"product_id":"echinocereus-rigidissimus-v-rubispinus-rainbow-cactus-last-one","title":"Echinocereus Rigidissimus v. rubispinus - Rainbow Cactus - Last one!","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eEchinocereus Rigidissimus v. rubispinus - Rainbow Cactus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003eYou will receive the exact specimen shown here.\u003cbr\u003eMeasures 6\" tall.\u003cbr\u003eRoots as shown.\u003cbr\u003eShowcased here in one-of-a-kind handmade pottery (sold separately).\u003cbr\u003eWill be shipped bare root. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003erainbow hedgehog cactus\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci\u003eEchinocereus rigidissimus v. rubispinus\u003c\/i\u003e) is a striking columnar cactus known for its vibrant, ruby-red spines and magenta flowers. It is a variety of the \u003ci\u003eEchinocereus rigidissimus\u003c\/i\u003e species and is native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Characteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAppearance\u003c\/b\u003e: This solitary, stocky cactus has erect, cylindrical stems covered in closely set, pectinate (comb-like) spines. New spines are a brilliant magenta, pink, or ruby-red, which can fade to yellow or light pink as they mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize\u003c\/b\u003e: Stems typically grow up to 10 inches tall and 3 inches in diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFlowers\u003c\/b\u003e: The rainbow hedgehog cactus produces showy, funnel-shaped flowers in late spring or early summer. The blossoms are a bright pink or magenta with white throats and bloom in a ring on the crown of the stem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUnique Spines\u003c\/b\u003e: The specific name \"rubispinus\" refers to its red spines, a distinguishing feature of this variety.\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultivation Requirements:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSunlight\u003c\/b\u003e: Provide full sun exposure. The cactus's spine coloration becomes more intense with more sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWatering\u003c\/b\u003e: As a desert cactus, it is extremely drought-tolerant. Water thoroughly, but allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot. Overwatering is a common issue with this species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e: Use a fast-draining cactus and succulent mix. The cactus prefers a neutral to slightly acidic compost with plenty of grit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHardiness\u003c\/b\u003e: It is cold-tolerant in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 11 but should be protected from prolonged freezing temperatures and frost. It can withstand temperatures down to about 10°F (-12°C) for short periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/b\u003e: During its growing season in spring and summer, fertilize to encourage growth and blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e: This variety is typically propagated by seed, as it rarely produces offsets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shangri-Ha Cactus Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47880811741423,"sku":"CAC516","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/5014\/5519\/files\/EchinocereusRigidissimusv.rubispinus-RainbowCactus-Lastone_RareCactus0306261d.jpg?v=1772822533","url":"https:\/\/shangrihacactusranch.com\/products\/echinocereus-rigidissimus-v-rubispinus-rainbow-cactus-last-one","provider":"Shangri-Ha Cactus Ranch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}