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Claret cup cactus
Echinocereus triglochidiatus


United States

Synonyms
kingcup cactus, King's cup cactus
Dimensions
Height: 4.0 in. to 1.0 ft.
Spread: 1.0 ft. to 3.0 ft.
Growth Form
Shrub, Succulent/Cacti
Program Association
Xeriscape Incentive Program
Wildlife Uses
Pollinators/ Invertebrates, Small Mammals
Sun Requirements
Full Sun
Water Requirements
Very Low
Plant Community
Foothills, Plains
Season of Bloom
May, June
Flower Color
Red Shades
Aggressiveness
Not aggressive
Design Considerations
Drought Tolerant, Small Spaces, Showy Flowers
Other Considerations
No City Data
Duration
Perennial
Soil Type
Variable
Pests/Disease Prone
No
Hazards/Toxic
Careful! Sharp Spines, Thorns Or Other Appendages.

Notes

Flora of Colorado recognizes two varieties of E. triglochidiatus, both native to Colorado. Variety melanacanthus is found in the western and southcentral counties and variety triglochidiatus is found in the western counties. They vary slightly in appearance, primarily in the shape of their spines.


Cactus should never be collected in the wild. Only purchase from sustainable and reputable sources that grow cactus and succulents, for vendors please see our “Where to Buy” page.


Popular with native bees.