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Biznaga Gigante
Scientific Name: Echinocactus platyacanthus Link & Otto
Synonym: Echinocactus ingens, Echinocactus karwinskii, Echinocactus helophorus, Echinocactus visnaga, Echinocactus palmeri
Family: Cactaceae
Biznaga Gigante (Echinocactus platyacanthus)
Show Larger Picture 		Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 9b-11

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to at least 25°F (-4°C)

Minimum Avg. Temperature: 55°F (12°C)

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Central Mexico

Growth Habits: Solitary, up to 7 feet tall (2 m), 3 feet wide (1 m)

Watering Needs: Water regularly in summer, keep dry in winter

Propagation: Seeds

The species name "platyacanthus" comes from the Greek for "with wide thorns".
Biznaga Gigante (Echinocactus platyacanthus)

Blooming Habits:
Yellow flowers

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