Echinopsis Atacamensis Collection

Giant Cordon cacti (Echinopsis atacamensis) on Incahuasi Island in Salar de Uyuni salt flats, Bolivia. March

Echinopsis atacamensis (commonly know as "Cardon" cacti) inside "Los Cardones National Park", Salta province, Argentina. Some exemplars can live over 300 years

Cardon cacti (Echinopsis atacamensis) inside the lands of Finca Montenieva, near the Acsibi Cave, Seclantas, Calchaqui Valleys, Salta province, Argentina

Lavender flowers in the garden of the Bodega Colome winery estancia, near Molinos, Calchaqui Valleys, Salta province, Argentina. Bodega Colome is the oldest winery in Argentina, estabilished in 1831

Lavender flowers and a cardon cactus in the garden of the Bodega Colome winery estancia, near Molinos, Calchaqui Valleys, Salta province, Argentina

Tourists hiking in the desert look up at a large Cardon cactus (Echinopsis atacamensis) the signature plant of the Atacama Desert

Church and a flowering Cardon cactus -Echinopsis atacamensis-, Cariquima, Tarapaca Region, Chile

Trichocereus pasacana cacti, Purmamarca, Jujuy Province, Argentina

Mountains with Trichocereus pasacana cacti in the foreground, near Purmamarca, Jujuy Province, Argentina

A flowering Cardon cactus -Echinopsis atacamensis-, Tilcara, Jujuy Province, Argentina

Cardon cacti -Echinopsis atacamensis-, Tilcara, Jujuy Province, Argentina

Echinopsis atacamensis cacti, Tilcara, Jujuy Province, Argentina

Altiplano covered with Cardon cacti -Echinopsis atacamensis-, near Cachi, Salta Province, Argentina

Echinopsis atacamensis cactus on platea, Cachi, Salta, Argentina

Plateau with Echinopsis atacamensis cacti, Cachi, Salta, Argentina

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"Echinopsis atacamensis: The Majestic Giant Cordon Cacti" Discover the awe-inspiring beauty of Echinopsis atacamensis, commonly known as the "Cardon" cactus. These towering giants can be found in various breathtaking locations across South America. One such place is Incahuasi Island, nestled within the vast expanse of Salar de Uyuni salt flats. Here, these magnificent cacti stand tall against the backdrop of shimmering white, creating a surreal and captivating sight. Venturing into Los Cardones National Park in Salta province, Argentina, you'll encounter more these remarkable plants. Some have withstood the test of time for over 300 years, their resilience and longevity a testament to nature's wonders. Journeying further into Seclantas' Calchaqui Valleys brings you to Finca Montenieva where Cardon cacti thrive alongside lavender flowers. The picturesque Bodega Colome winery estancia nearby adds an enchanting touch to this already stunning landscape. In Payogasta's Calchaqui Valleys lies another fascinating scene - a field of peppers left to dry under the watchful gaze of a majestic Cardon cactus. This harmonious coexistence showcases how nature intertwines different elements seamlessly. As trekkers explore the Atacama Desert or tourists hike through its arid terrain they can greeted by these towering sentinels that seem to reach out towards the boundless sky above. Even beyond Argentina and Chile's borders, Trichocereus pasacana cacti grace Purmamarca in Jujuy Province with their presence. Their unique charm adds yet another layer to this region's natural splendor. Echinopsis atacamensis stands as a symbol of endurance and grandeur amidst harsh landscapes. Whether it be on remote islands or within national parks, their magnificence never fails to captivate those fortunate enough to witness their beauty.