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Echinopsis spachiana
Golden Torch
The Echinopsis spachiana, commonly known as Golden Torch, is a striking columnar cactus native to Argentina. Renowned for its upright growth habit and golden spines, it can grow up to 2 to 3 metres tall. During summer, it produces large, fragrant, white flowers that bloom at night, adding dramatic beauty to arid and desert-inspired landscapes.
Hardy and drought-tolerant, the Golden Torch is perfect for low-maintenance gardens, rockeries, or as a feature plant in xeriscaping projects.
Specifications
- Height2 to 3 metres
- Width0.3 to 0.6 metres
- Native toArgentina
- FoliageRibbed, cylindrical green stems adorned with golden-yellow spines
- Growth rateModerate
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained, sandy, or gravelly soils; tolerates nutrient-poor conditions
- LightFull sun to light shade
- WaterLow; highly drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in arid, subtropical, and Mediterranean regions
Additional Features
- FlowersLarge, fragrant white blooms in summer; typically nocturnal
- UsesIdeal for feature planting, xeriscaping, rockeries, and container gardens
- SpacingPlant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for individual impact or grouped displays
- Low MaintenanceRequires minimal care; water sparingly and avoid overwatering
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free with proper care
- Drought TolerancePerfect for water-wise gardens and desert landscapes
- Seasonal AppealBold spines and occasional blooms offer year-round interest
The Golden Torch cactus is a resilient and visually striking plant, perfect for adding vertical interest and desert-inspired elegance to gardens and landscapes.
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Prepared 24 August 2026