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Small, round Parodia mairanana succulent with white spines and orange-yellow flowers, among rocks and blurred cacti in the background.
Parodia mairanana, a round green cactus with white spines and three orange-red flower buds, set among gray and brown rocks.
Parodia mairanana cactus, round and green with white spines amid small rocks, topped with vibrant orange-red flower buds about to bloom.
Parodia mairanana succulent with white spines and three orange-red flowers in rocky soil, potted, with blurred cacti in the background.
Parodia mairanana, a small green cactus with white spines and three orange-red flower buds, growing among rocks.
A small Parodia mairanana cactus with white spines and three bright orange-red flower buds on top, set in gravel.
A small, round Parodia mairanana cactus with white spines and three orange-yellow buds sits among rocks, others blurred in back.
Parodia mairanana succulent with white spines and orange-red flower buds in a pot, surrounded by gravel.
Parodia mairanana, a small green cactus with sharp spines and three bright orange flowers, shown among gray and beige rocks.
A small Parodia mairanana cactus with three bright orange, yellow-centered flowers blooming among gray gravel and green stems.
Small green Parodia mairanana cactus with white spines and three bright orange flowers, shown on light gravel.
The Parodia mairanana succulent displays three bright orange flowers in bloom, with spiky green stems among gray rocks.
Parodia mairanana cactus in a pot, a vibrant succulent that adds charm and color to indoor or outdoor decor.
Parodia mairanana succulent in a small pot with white fuzzy patches, light brown spines, and an orange-yellow center amid pebbles.
Close-up of Parodia mairanana succulent with white woolly patches and sharp spines in a pebble-filled pot, sunlit with plants behind.
Close-up of a Parodia mairanana cactus in a gravel-filled pot, showing green body, white tufts, and spines with garden cacti behind.
The Parodia mairanana, a vibrant succulent, is displayed in its pot, adding a burst of color and charm to any setting.
Close-up of a Parodia mairanana cactus with green body, white patches, and sharp spines in gravel, against a blurred earthy background.
Close-up of a Parodia mairanana cactus with sharp spines and white woolly patches, in a pot with tan rocks, set against a dark background.
Close-up of Parodia mairanana cactus highlighting its green, wrinkled skin, white tufts, and sharp spines in rocky soil.
Close-up of a Parodia mairanana cactus in a small pot with pebbles, green skin, spines, and white tufts on top against a blurred background.
Close-up of a green, ribbed Parodia mairanana cactus with white spines in a small brown gravel pot. Blurred trees and blue sky behind.
Small, round Parodia mairanana succulent with white spines and orange-yellow flowers, among rocks and blurred cacti in the background.
Parodia mairanana, a round green cactus with white spines and three orange-red flower buds, set among gray and brown rocks.
Parodia mairanana cactus, round and green with white spines amid small rocks, topped with vibrant orange-red flower buds about to bloom.
Parodia mairanana succulent with white spines and three orange-red flowers in rocky soil, potted, with blurred cacti in the background.
Parodia mairanana, a small green cactus with white spines and three orange-red flower buds, growing among rocks.
A small Parodia mairanana cactus with white spines and three bright orange-red flower buds on top, set in gravel.
A small, round Parodia mairanana cactus with white spines and three orange-yellow buds sits among rocks, others blurred in back.
Parodia mairanana succulent with white spines and orange-red flower buds in a pot, surrounded by gravel.
Parodia mairanana, a small green cactus with sharp spines and three bright orange flowers, shown among gray and beige rocks.
A small Parodia mairanana cactus with three bright orange, yellow-centered flowers blooming among gray gravel and green stems.
Small green Parodia mairanana cactus with white spines and three bright orange flowers, shown on light gravel.
The Parodia mairanana succulent displays three bright orange flowers in bloom, with spiky green stems among gray rocks.
Parodia mairanana cactus in a pot, a vibrant succulent that adds charm and color to indoor or outdoor decor.
Parodia mairanana succulent in a small pot with white fuzzy patches, light brown spines, and an orange-yellow center amid pebbles.
Close-up of Parodia mairanana succulent with white woolly patches and sharp spines in a pebble-filled pot, sunlit with plants behind.
Close-up of a Parodia mairanana cactus in a gravel-filled pot, showing green body, white tufts, and spines with garden cacti behind.
The Parodia mairanana, a vibrant succulent, is displayed in its pot, adding a burst of color and charm to any setting.
Close-up of a Parodia mairanana cactus with green body, white patches, and sharp spines in gravel, against a blurred earthy background.
Close-up of a Parodia mairanana cactus with sharp spines and white woolly patches, in a pot with tan rocks, set against a dark background.
Close-up of Parodia mairanana cactus highlighting its green, wrinkled skin, white tufts, and sharp spines in rocky soil.
Close-up of a Parodia mairanana cactus in a small pot with pebbles, green skin, spines, and white tufts on top against a blurred background.
Close-up of a green, ribbed Parodia mairanana cactus with white spines in a small brown gravel pot. Blurred trees and blue sky behind.

Parodia Mairanana or “Red tom thumb” as its common name belongs to the family Cactaceae. Its globose shape makes it look different from the rest of the plants. With its origin in Bolivia, this beautiful succulent grows up to 36 inches in height. “Red tom thumb” is winter sensitive & is a winter dormant plant.

Growth Rate

“Red tom thumb” is a slow-growing plant that usually takes 6-12 months to attain mature growth.

Flowering

The biggest highlight of this plant is its blooming flowers in bright yellow color. The stunning blooms become a reason for having it in your garden.

Watering

Water in about every two weeks in summers. Refrain from watering if the soil feels wet at the touch. Keep plants dry in winters during their dormancy.

Soil

“Red tom thumb” succulents prefer light and well-draining soil. The fully drained soil ensures the healthy growth of the plants.

Hardiness

This plant has a frost tolerance of about -4°c or 24.8°F, which gives good temperature durability and a hardiness zone of about 9b to 11b.

Light

Parodia Mairanana likes to be in full sun to grow. This popular houseplant is possibly the best succulent to grow with an attractive appearance.

Propagation

Propagate this plant from cuttings. Simply cut a stem from a healthy plant and directly put that into dry soil. This method is commonly followed in the winter season as it gives the best result in that season.

Parodia Mairanana “Red tom thumb” succulent is low-maintenance and suitable for beginners. Perfect for enhancing your garden’s beauty.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season

Late spring midsummer

Flower Color

Rustyred--bright red

Growth Rate

Slow

Hardiness Zone

9--10--11

Mature Size

2 in. tall--3 in. wide

Plant Type

Freeflowering cactus

Resistance

Extremely drought-tolerant--disease resistant

Sun Exposure

Full sun (6+ hrs.)--Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)

Watering Needs

Low (Winter)--moderate (summer)
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Parodia Mairanana or “Red tom thumb” as its common name belongs to the family Cactaceae. Its globose shape makes it look different from the rest of the plants. With its origin in Bolivia, this beautiful succulent grows up to 36 inches in height. “Red tom thumb” is winter sensitive & is a winter dormant plant.

Growth Rate

“Red tom thumb” is a slow-growing plant that usually takes 6-12 months to attain mature growth.

Flowering

The biggest highlight of this plant is its blooming flowers in bright yellow color. The stunning blooms become a reason for having it in your garden.

Watering

Water in about every two weeks in summers. Refrain from watering if the soil feels wet at the touch. Keep plants dry in winters during their dormancy.

Soil

“Red tom thumb” succulents prefer light and well-draining soil. The fully drained soil ensures the healthy growth of the plants.

Hardiness

This plant has a frost tolerance of about -4°c or 24.8°F, which gives good temperature durability and a hardiness zone of about 9b to 11b.

Light

Parodia Mairanana likes to be in full sun to grow. This popular houseplant is possibly the best succulent to grow with an attractive appearance.

Propagation

Propagate this plant from cuttings. Simply cut a stem from a healthy plant and directly put that into dry soil. This method is commonly followed in the winter season as it gives the best result in that season.

Parodia Mairanana “Red tom thumb” succulent is low-maintenance and suitable for beginners. Perfect for enhancing your garden’s beauty.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season

Late spring midsummer

Flower Color

Rustyred--bright red

Growth Rate

Slow

Hardiness Zone

9--10--11

Mature Size

2 in. tall--3 in. wide

Plant Type

Freeflowering cactus

Resistance

Extremely drought-tolerant--disease resistant

Sun Exposure

Full sun (6+ hrs.)--Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)

Watering Needs

Low (Winter)--moderate (summer)
Attribute Value
Bloom Season Late spring midsummer
Botanical Name Parodia mairanana
Common Name Red tom thumb, ball cacti, Parodia comarapana
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Rustyred, bright red
Genus Parodia
Growth Habit Globose, columnar stem
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 9, 10, 11
Mature Size 2 in. tall, 3 in. wide
Native Area Bolivia
Plant Type Freeflowering cactus
Propagation By seeds
Resistance Extremely drought-tolerant, disease resistant
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type Cactus potting mix soil
Special Features Easy to grow
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)
Toxicity Safe for humans, friendly to dogs, friendly to cats
Watering Needs Low (Winter), moderate (summer)

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