Echinopsis Hybrid 'Lilian Harvey' — Rare Purple-Red Profuse Blooming Cactus

Meet 'Lilian Harvey' — a stunning Echinopsis hybrid named after the legendary German-British actress and singer. This rare collector's cactus produces 6"+ diameter blooms in deep purple to purplish-red with a wide light orange mid-stripe, reddish stamens, light green stigma, and cream anthers. Wavy to somewhat twisted petal edges give each bloom a dramatic, ruffled character. Stem growth is dark green and semi-columnar. Hybridized by Ingo Bartels (BEX-231).

Your plant is 3–4 inches tall, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.

🌸 Bloom Highlights

• 6"+ diameter blooms in purple to purplish-red
• Wide light orange mid-stripe with reddish stamens
• Wavy, twisted petal edges for dramatic texture
• Semi-columnar dark green stem growth
• Hybridized by Ingo Bartels (BEX-231)

🌱 Care Tips

• Full sun — 6+ hours of direct light daily
• Water deeply, then allow soil to dry completely between waterings
• Well-draining cactus mix is ideal
• Hardy in USDA zones 9–11; bring indoors if temps drop below freezing

📦 Shipping

Ships bare-root (no soil) via USPS Priority Mail to keep your plant safe and shipping costs low.