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Echinopsis Argentine Giant
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I took this one at the Desert Botanical Garden, yesterday. This flower is amazing. The lens I used was the 70-200. It was hand held. Thanks in advance for any comments. Note.........the blossom was at least 8+ inches across the top. ENJOY! ........."While it is said to be a nocturnal blooming cactus with the flowers closing at early morning. On cool, cloudy days in Arizona; the flowers continue blooming during the day. Echinopsis candicans is low water use, but that does not mean it requires no water. It prefers deep infrequent irrigation and well-draining soil. Height: Height to about 3 feet. Spreading to about 7 feet. Flowers: White with yellow centers, very fragrant, up to 8 inches in diameter. Blooming Time: March - April. Segments: Green stems are stems 3 or 4 inches thick. Fruit: Purple, with a red pulp. Elevation: 0 - 2,800 Feet. Habitat: Sandy flats. Full Sun. A Xeriscape Landscape plant. Native to Argentina."

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.Fifthbeatle
04/13/12 1:34 AM GMT
This giant looks hungry. Good work, very cool image!
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::tigger3
04/13/12 1:35 AM GMT
Love it, this is an exceptional capture. The 70-200 canon is the one I have and it is a great lens. Tigs♥ =^..^=

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::PatAndre
04/13/12 4:17 AM GMT
I love the interior of this bloom. Great detail.
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::biffobear
04/13/12 8:56 AM GMT
Wonderful detail..Pretty flower..R.
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::vangoughs
04/13/12 2:52 PM GMT
Amazing shot of this Giant!!!
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.ovar2008
04/13/12 6:59 PM GMT
This is a great shot besides the lens help...
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::Starry173
04/13/12 7:06 PM GMT
Pretty petals! Nice shot.
Tom
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.Roseman_Stan
04/13/12 9:19 PM GMT
Awesome shot here too Jen. Giant indeed!
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::Inkeri
04/13/12 9:54 PM GMT
Fabulous photo of this Stunning Beauty,Jen.Love it
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.icedancer
04/17/12 3:46 PM GMT
A really Fabulous capture
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::luckyshot
04/21/12 7:00 PM GMT
Jen - Excellent capture! What a beautiful cactus bloom - a so large! Thad
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