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Echinocereus triglochidiatus is a hardy hedgehog cactus of the southwestern US and Mexico, notable for its brilliant scarlet flowers that attract hummingbirds and its tolerance of freezing temperatures.
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Brilliant scarlet flowers, hummingbird association and cold hardiness make it one of the most acclaimed North American hedgehogs.
Scoring methodologyEchinocereus pectinatus, commonly known as the Arizona Rainbow Cactus, is a species of hedgehog cactus native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. The plant is distinguished by its comb-like, pectinate spines that overlap to form distinct, colorful bands along its cylindrical stems...
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Celebrated for combed rainbow spines, brilliant pink flowers, and cold tolerance; compact growth makes it especially desirable among desert gardeners.
Scoring methodologyFendler's Hedgehog (Echinocereus fendleri) is a species of cactus native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Named in honor of 19th-century botanical collector Augustus Fendler, the plant typically grows in desert and rocky slopes. It is particularly distinguished by its large, vi...
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Large magenta flowers, handsome spination, and reliable cold hardiness support a strong reputation among native-plant growers and cactus collectors.
Scoring methodologyEchinocereus coccineus, commonly called the scarlet hedgehog cactus, is a clumping cactus native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It forms clusters of cylindrical stems and produces bright orange to red flowers, typically blooming in spring. The flowers are an important early-s...
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Vivid flowers and clumping form are widely admired, especially in habitat and gardens, with strong regional reputation.
Scoring methodologyEchinocereus triglochidiatus, commonly known as the Claret Cup Cactus, is a distinctive North American cactus characterized by its clustered growth and prominent red flowers. This species produces spines resembling a hedgehog's quills and thrives in arid environments of the southwestern United State...
Echinocereus pectinatus, frequently called the rainbow cactus, is a small, globular to cylindrical cactus native to the Chihuahuan Desert in Mexico and the southern United States. It is botanically recognized for its distinctive pectinate, or comb-like, radial spines that lay flat against the plant'...
Hydnum repandum, commonly referred to as the hedgehog mushroom or sweet tooth, is an edible ectomycorrhizal fungus found in temperate forests across the Northern Hemisphere. Instead of gills or pores, this species is distinguished by its fertile surface, which features downward-pointing spines on th...
Echinocereus reichenbachii, commonly called the Lace Cactus, is a small cactus native to the south-central United States, primarily in Texas and Oklahoma. It is noted for its short, interlaced spines that form geometric patterns along the plant's ribs, giving a lacy textured appearance. The species...
Hydnum rufescens, commonly known as the Terracotta Hedgehog, is an edible ectomycorrhizal fungus found in European forests during autumn. It is characterized by a rust to orange-brown cap and a spined hymenium underneath, from which it releases spores. It is closely related to Hydnum repandum (the W...
Echinocereus viridiflorus, commonly known as the green-flowered torch cactus, is a small cylindrical cactus native to the central United States, particularly found in Colorado, Wyoming, Kansas, Nebraska, and Oklahoma. Growing at altitudes up to 2,400 meters, this cold-hardy species produces distinct...
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Unusual greenish flowers, fragrance, and exceptional cold hardiness earn specialist respect, though blooms are smaller and less showy than prominent Echinocereus.
Scoring methodologyEchinocereus dasyacanthus, commonly known as the Texas rainbow cactus, is a species of hedgehog cactus native to the Chihuahuan Desert in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is distinguished by its cylindrical, ribbed stem covered in bands of brightly colored spines that frequentl...
Echinocereus engelmannii, commonly known as the Strawberry Hedgehog cactus, is a clustering, cylindrical cactus native to the Mojave and Sonoran deserts of the Southwestern United States. It is heavily covered in spines and produces large, vibrant magenta or purple flowers that bloom in the spring....
Echinocereus coccineus, commonly called the scarlet hedgehog cactus, is a clumping cactus native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Its ribbed cylindrical stems form dense groups armed with prominent spines, while red to orange, tubular or funnel-shaped flowers emerge in spring....
Echinocereus viridiflorus, commonly called the green-flowered hedgehog cactus, is a small cactus native to parts of the central and western United States and northern Mexico. It usually forms short, ribbed stems covered with spines and produces relatively small flowers in shades ranging from yellow-...
Echinocereus baileyi is a species of hedgehog cactus native to the Wichita Mountains of Oklahoma and parts of Texas. It forms low-growing, spherical stems that are heavily covered in dense spines, providing protection against herbivores and harsh environmental conditions. During the spring, the plan...
Echinocereus polyacanthus is a species of hedgehog cactus native to Mexico and parts of the southwestern United States. It generally grows in clusters of cylindrical stems covered with numerous spines, a feature reflected in its scientific name. The plant produces showy funnel-shaped flowers, common...
Echinocereus pentalophus, commonly called lady-finger cactus, is a low-growing, clumping cactus native to parts of Texas and northeastern Mexico. It forms many slender, usually prostrate or trailing stems and produces large pink to magenta flowers, often with a pale center, in spring. The species is...
Echinocereus fendleri, known as Fendler's hedgehog cactus, is a small cactus of the deserts, grasslands, and rocky regions of the American Southwest and northern Mexico. Its stems may grow singly or in clusters, and it produces showy flowers whose colors vary among populations and forms. The plant a...
The Sherwood Pets Squeaky Hedgehog is a cute and cuddly plush toy designed to provide hours of entertainment for dogs. It features a squeaker that adds an element of excitement and is made from soft, durable materials. The hedgehog design is visually appealing, and the soft texture is gentle on a do...
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