Echinobivia 'Rainbow Bursts'

Echinobivia 'Rainbow Bursts' is an intergeneric hybrid cactus, a stunning cross between Echinopsis and Lobivia, prized for its globular, clumping form and explosive spring and summer blooms in a rainbow of colors. Perfect for container gardens or sunny indoor displays, this cactus adds a splash of vibrant color wherever it’s placed. This easy-care, visually striking cactus combines manageable size, vibrant clumping blooms, and low-water resilience, making it a favorite for both beginners and experienced collectors.

Common Name: Rainbow Bursts Cactus
Botanical Name: Echinobivia 'Rainbow Bursts'

Physical Characteristics

• Stems: Green, round, or mounding stems with ridges dotted with small white spines; young plants form compact, symmetrical globes, maturing into clumping colonies with offsets (pups)

• Flowers: Large, trumpet-shaped blooms in multiple colors—pink, red, orange, yellow, and sometimes white—with patterns or stripes; appear in spring and summer

• Size: 6–11 inches tall, 4–8 inches wide; ideal for containers

Plant Care

• Light: Bright light with some direct sun; protect from harsh afternoon sun

• Soil: Well-draining cactus or succulent mix

• Water: Drought-tolerant; water deeply but infrequently, allowing soil to dry completely; reduce watering in winter

• Temperature: USDA zones 9–11; protect from frost below 40°F (4°C)

• Growth Habit: Clumping, offset-producing, compact and manageable

Perfect For

• Container gardens and patio planters

• Sunny indoor windowsills

• Xeriscaping and low-water landscapes

• Cactus and succulent collections

• Anyone seeking a show-stopping, colorful blooming cactus