Cactus Gymnocalycium horridispinum is a native of Argentina and belongs to the Cactaceae family. The solitary geophytic cactus has a globular-shaped stem covered with spines that are metallic grey with brownish tips. The plant grows up to a height of 15-40 cm. During early summer, the cactus bears funnel-shaped, white with violet-pink-edged flowers. The plant is a fast-growing cactus and prefers full sun to light shade for best growth. It goes dormant during winters and is not frost-hardy.
Growth Rate
Cactus Gymnocalycium is a fast-growing plant.
Flowering
All Gymnocalycium types flower in the early summer. White flowers with pink edges grow in a funnel shape.
Watering
Cactus Gymnocalycium horridispinum requires regular watering during summer and minimal watering in the winter season. Feed the cactus during summer with potassium-rich fertilizer.
Soil
Like all other cactus plants, the Cactus Gymnocalycium horridispinum cactus needs sandy and porous soil with superb drainage facilities.
Hardiness
The hardiness zone for Gymnocalycium varieties is 9 to 11. It is not frost-hardy.
Light
This lovely cactus stays happy in areas with full sunlight to light shade.
Propagation
The best way to propagate the plant is via seeds as it hardly produces any offset.
Add charm and splendor to your cactus garden with the Gymnocalycium horridispinum. Order it today!
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They arrived in good shape and beauty. They were planted as instructed, and they are flourishing.
Every month, I look forward to receiving my new plants. They arrive at the door in style and are well packed.
United StatesVery nice plant
Healthy , well-packed plant.
United StatesVery nice plant
Healthy , well-packed plant.
United StatesGreat cactus
I have recently bought a dozen or more cacti/succulents from Planet Desert. All have been beautifully packaged and have arrived in perfect condition. The plants are healthy and great- looking. Prices are good. Thank you.
- Description
- Features
Cactus Gymnocalycium horridispinum is a native of Argentina and belongs to the Cactaceae family. The solitary geophytic cactus has a globular-shaped stem covered with spines that are metallic grey with brownish tips. The plant grows up to a height of 15-40 cm. During early summer, the cactus bears funnel-shaped, white with violet-pink-edged flowers. The plant is a fast-growing cactus and prefers full sun to light shade for best growth. It goes dormant during winters and is not frost-hardy.
Growth Rate
Cactus Gymnocalycium is a fast-growing plant.
Flowering
All Gymnocalycium types flower in the early summer. White flowers with pink edges grow in a funnel shape.
Watering
Cactus Gymnocalycium horridispinum requires regular watering during summer and minimal watering in the winter season. Feed the cactus during summer with potassium-rich fertilizer.
Soil
Like all other cactus plants, the Cactus Gymnocalycium horridispinum cactus needs sandy and porous soil with superb drainage facilities.
Hardiness
The hardiness zone for Gymnocalycium varieties is 9 to 11. It is not frost-hardy.
Light
This lovely cactus stays happy in areas with full sunlight to light shade.
Propagation
The best way to propagate the plant is via seeds as it hardly produces any offset.
Add charm and splendor to your cactus garden with the Gymnocalycium horridispinum. Order it today!
- Reviews
- Questions
They arrived in good shape and beauty. They were planted as instructed, and they are flourishing.
Every month, I look forward to receiving my new plants. They arrive at the door in style and are well packed.
United StatesVery nice plant
Healthy , well-packed plant.
United StatesVery nice plant
Healthy , well-packed plant.
United StatesGreat cactus
I have recently bought a dozen or more cacti/succulents from Planet Desert. All have been beautifully packaged and have arrived in perfect condition. The plants are healthy and great- looking. Prices are good. Thank you.