Echiopsis (Chamaecereus) Silvestrii (Peanut Cactus)

Echinopsis chamaecereus
Synonym: Chamaecereus silvestrii
Common Name: Peanut Cactus

Echinopsis chamaecereus is a small, clustering cactus native to Argentina that produces numerous slender, finger-like stems and quickly develops into spreading clumps. Mature plants produce large, brilliant orange-red flowers that can cover much of the plant during a heavy bloom.

☀ Light: Bright light to morning sun

💧 Water: Water when soil is completely dry

🌡 Cold: Hardy to 20–25°F (dry)

✨ Highlights

• Numerous finger-like stems
• Quickly forms spreading clusters
• Large, bright orange-red flowers
• Excellent trailing growth for hanging containers

This cactus will ship bare root and will be ready to place directly in a well draining soil mix like our Custom Cactus Mix.

Photos in the listings unless otherwise specified are representative of the plant that will be sent to you.
However, Plants grow differently and each plant may vary slightly in shape, size, growth pattern, etc.
Of course, if you receive a plant that you are dissatisfied with please reach out to us. We want to make it right!

If temperatures near you are below 45℉ we highly recommend adding a Heat Pack to your order.
If temperatures where you live will be much lower than 20℉ even heat packs may not work. You may consider waiting until things warm up a bit. We know you love your plants just like we do and we wouldn't want any of them to freeze.