Echinopsis aurea subsp. shaferi f. monstrosa ‘Enigma’ (WA Prohibited)
Echinopsis aurea subsp. shaferi f. monstrosa ‘Enigma’ (WA Prohibited)
Echinopsis aurea subsp. shaferi f. monstrosa ‘Enigma’ (WA Prohibited)
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Echinopsis aurea subsp. shaferi f. monstrosa ‘Enigma’ (WA Prohibited)

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Echinopsis schaeferi ‘Enigma’ Montrose is a compact monstrose mutation forming tight clusters of irregular, knobbly growth. Unlike the standard ribbed species, this clone develops sculptural, unpredictable forms while retaining the species’ bright yellow flowers when mature.

Previously circulated under Trichocereus schaeferi and occasionally mislabelled in cultivation.

Care

  • Light: Bright light to full sun. Acclimate gradually to prevent sunburn.
  • Water: Allow the mix to dry between watering. Reduce watering significantly in winter.
  • Temperature: Protect from frost. Prefers warm, dry conditions with airflow.
  • Media: Free-draining cactus mix with added mineral content.
  • Feeding: Light feeding during active growth in spring and summer.

Key Characteristics

  • Growth Habit: Montrose / monstrose irregular clustering form
  • Structure: Distorted, knobbly segments rather than clean ribs
  • Spines: Short, scattered spines from white areoles
  • Flower: Bright yellow, species-typical bloom
  • Flowering Season: Late spring to summer (when mature)
  • Mature Size: Forms compact sculptural clumps over time

Shipping and Biosecurity Information

Dispatch:

Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.

VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.

WA, TAS & NT: Thursday 11:59 pm cut-off for Friday treatment. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 10 working days for treatment, certification and processing.

Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.

Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only. It does not speed up processing, treatment or certification.

Biosecurity Fees:

  • WA & TAS: $20 per order
  • NT: $10 per order

Fees are included at checkout and help cover mandatory plant treatment and health certification.

Important:

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Echinopsis aurea subsp. shaferi f. monstrosa ‘Enigma’ (WA Prohibited)
Echinopsis aurea subsp. shaferi f. monstrosa ‘Enigma’ (WA Prohibited)

Size: 66mm Pot

Echinopsis aurea subsp. shaferi f. monstrosa ‘Enigma’ (WA Prohibited)
Echinopsis aurea subsp. shaferi f. monstrosa ‘Enigma’ (WA Prohibited)
Echinopsis aurea subsp. shaferi f. monstrosa ‘Enigma’ (WA Prohibited)

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