About
A cactus forming clusters of squat, globose, tubercled stems with white radial and curved brown central spines. Funnel-shaped bright yellow flowers 4cm across open in early summer.
About the genus
Gymnocalycium can be spherical or cylindrical cacti, with ribs divided into rounded, spiny tubercles, and funnel-shaped flowers in early summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants
Care notes
CultivationGrow in full sun, in a peat-free cactus compost or a well-drained, peat-free, loam-based compost with the addition of extra grit. Water freely when in active growth from March to September. Keep dry in the winter.
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed at 19- 24C in containers in late winter or early spring. Remove offsetts in spring and pot up individually.
Pest resistanceCan be susceptible to mealybugs
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free