Echinopsis scoullar is a striking, clump-forming cactus native to South America, renowned for its deep green, rounded body and spectacular nocturnal blooms. Its growth habit is reminiscent of a grapefruit—flattened yet robust—featuring distinct ribs adorned with short, fine spines. Over time, it produces numerous offsets at its base, forming a dense cluster of miniature versions of itself, much like a mother hen surrounded by her chicks. While young offsets are covered in tiny spines, mature stems develop a smoother texture. This cactus is well adapted to extreme climates, being highly heat tolerant, drought resilient, and frost tender. In its natural habitat, it experiences arid winters and warm, wet summers, making it well-suited for cultivation in regions with similar seasonal patterns. Provided with excellent drainage and protection from excessive winter moisture, Echinopsis scoullar can thrive outdoors in many Australian climates, including the tropics. One of its most enchanting features is its large, satin-textured, trumpet-shaped flowers, which emerge from elongated stems. These starry blooms, typically pink-white or pure white, open in the late afternoon and continue their display into the night, exuding an ethereal beauty under moonlight. With its unique form and breathtaking blossoms, Echinopsis scoullar is a rewarding choice for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Echinopsis scoullar plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions. First time customers... Please read our Shipping Guide, in top or bottom menu, before placing your order. Please Note: All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only. Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail. Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order. If you have any questions or concerns at all, please message us via our Facebook page at John & Norma's Succulents for the fastest Response.
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