Lobivia oxyalabastra purple-red then gradually increase the exposure

then gradually increase the exposure to full sun over a couple of weeks

water should not be applied from above

dry conditions with minimal water once established

make sure to water the soil directly rather than spraying the leaves

this variety is a must-have

Lobivia oxyalabastra purple-red then gradually increase the exposure(Synonym: Echinopsis or Lobivia backebergii) Description: Echinopsis backebergii is a small cactus species, with conspicuous bright colored blooms. Flowers: Large, diurnal, borne laterally near the stem tips, funnel shaped, very colorful pale to dark carmine red or violet, often with a bluish sheen and white throats, 4 9 cm long, 7,5 9 cm in diameter. Tube relatively slender 4 7 mm in diameter. Tepals lanceolate. Cultivation and Propagation: