species 17,770 observations

Kingcup Cactus

Echinocereus triglochidiatus

Field notes

Supports All

6 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Dyotopasta yumaella 1
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Western Black Widow, Costa's Hummingbird, Green Blister Beetle, Common Cactus Dodger 5

Children

Mojave Kingcup Cactus

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Shrubs
Light: Full sun
Moisture: Dry
Water use: Low
Drought tolerant: Yes
Plant type: Perennial Shrub

From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and USDA PLANTS.