{"product_id":"peanut-cactus","title":"Peanut Cactus - Echinopsis chamaecereus","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003ePeanut Cactus - Echinopsis chamaecereus Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\"\u003eFAQ\/Common Issues\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Cactus_26a62e4c-2f57-4ecf-97de-fc345c4a381c_480x480.png?v=1600401339\" class=\"lazyload\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Echinopsis chamaecereus, also called Peanut Cactus, is a clustering cactus native to the mountainous regions of northwestern Argentina, where it grows at high elevations in cool conditions. This drought-tolerant species belongs to the Echinopsis genus and is sought after by both beginners and collectors for its low-maintenance nature and prolific blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Flower_a2da558c-5726-458a-a06c-1a5f7fedc366_480x480.png?v=1600397290\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Echinopsis chamaecereus produces clusters of small, finger-like green stems covered in soft, fine white spines that create a peanut-shaped, bumpy texture. It grows in both upright and trailing habits, spreading wide as new offsets emerge and cascade over the pot's edge on a shelf or hanging display.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Growing_2961efa3-9828-496c-8a2c-fa57f0dd8914_480x480.png?v=1600399365\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  When conditions are right, it produces vivid scarlet-orange flowers along the stems in spring and early summer. The blooms are surprisingly large relative to the plant's size, and it can rebloom year after year if given a cool night temperature drop around 50°F in late winter to trigger bud formation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"lazyloaded\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Lotus_07a2c657-f263-49f7-9bb9-69b9f3b0f4df_480x480.png?v=1600397267\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Lotus_07a2c657-f263-49f7-9bb9-69b9f3b0f4df_480x480.png?v=1600397267\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Echinopsis chamaecereus grows well indoors on a bright windowsill or outdoors on a patio during summer, though it needs protection from heavy rain to prevent rot. You can leave it up to ten days without water. It eventually needs a hanging pot or broad shallow container to accommodate its trailing stems. The plant is pet-friendly and non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it safe for households with animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Sun_65296975-26d8-49a3-83b6-b7b0ed15ae73_480x480.png?v=1600397323\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Sun_65296975-26d8-49a3-83b6-b7b0ed15ae73_480x480.png?v=1600397323\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Peanut Cactus - Echinopsis chamaecereus grows well in bright indirect light and can scorch in intense south-facing direct sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Water_d9b740b9-bfce-41c4-ae3e-16bf9678c77f_480x480.png?v=1600397177\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Water_d9b740b9-bfce-41c4-ae3e-16bf9678c77f_480x480.png?v=1600397177\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Water it every 10-14 days during the growing season, reducing to once a month or less in winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Soil_40a149eb-9d43-4bf0-ac38-159c702c72f2_480x480.png?v=1600397158\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Soil_40a149eb-9d43-4bf0-ac38-159c702c72f2_480x480.png?v=1600397158\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Echinopsis chamaecereus does best in fast-draining cactus mix blended with extra perlite for excellent drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Temperature.png?v=1613688445\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  It prefers temperatures between 50-85°F and benefits from cooler nights around 50°F to set buds for spring blooming.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Fertilizer_5853ff19-6010-410a-a082-3abe233cb8d2_480x480.png?v=1600399297\" class=\"lazyload\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Echinopsis chamaecereus is a moderate to fast grower that spreads quickly and benefits from occasional offset removal to stay tidy.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Spackle_0b1c313b-e538-42e0-8818-7f0bdf63d530_480x480.png?v=1600397104\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11, tolerating brief dips to around 25°F but preferring frost-free conditions. It grows outdoors year-round in California, Arizona, Texas, Florida, Hawaii, Nevada, New Mexico, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina. It can also be grown seasonally outdoors in Oregon, North Carolina, Arkansas, and Tennessee, brought inside before the first frost.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Peanut Cactus - Echinopsis chamaecereus pet friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: It is non-toxic and safe for cats and dogs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why isn't my plant blooming?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Peanut Cactus - Echinopsis chamaecereus needs a cool night temperature drop to around 50°F in late winter to form buds; moving it outdoors in autumn naturally provides this seasonal cue.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What light does Echinopsis chamaecereus need indoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Place it near a bright window with indirect light; south-facing windows work if the plant sits a few feet back from the glass to avoid leaf scorch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How fast does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Echinopsis chamaecereus produces offsets that spread outward at a moderate to fast pace for a cactus, and you may need to repot or remove clusters every couple of years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can Peanut Cactus survive a trip without water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes. It can go up to ten days without watering during the growing season.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I propagate it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Gently twist off a small stem segment, let it callous for a day or two, then place it on top of dry cactus mix where it roots quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Succulents Box","offers":[{"title":"2 inch \/ Plastic Pot","offer_id":44087606575278,"sku":"C2KY1605","price":11.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 inch \/ Clay Pot","offer_id":47457638744238,"sku":"C2KY1605+EEZZ2742-1","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 inch \/ White Modern Pot","offer_id":47684933320878,"sku":"C2KY1605+EEZZ7650","price":19.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 inch \/ Bamboo Pot","offer_id":47684933353646,"sku":"C2KY1605+EEZZ7620.BR-1","price":14.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/products\/peanut_cactus_avt.jpg?v=1751862523","url":"https:\/\/succulentsbox.live\/products\/peanut-cactus","provider":"Succulents Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}