About
Rebutia senilis var. kesselringiana is a variety of the fire crown cactus producing the characteristic spherical, spine-covered stems and masses of funnel-shaped flowers around the base of the stem in spring. A rewarding and free-flowering cactus for a sunny greenhouse bench or windowsill.
About the genus
Rebutia are small, spherical to cylindrical, freely clustering cacti from South America producing abundant, funnel-shaped, brightly coloured flowers in spring and summer from the sides of the stems. Popular, easy-care cacti for a sunny greenhouse bench or windowsill.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, naturalising.
Care notes
CultivationPlant at appropriate depth in well-drained soil.
PruningAllow foliage to die back naturally.
PropagationDivide offsets when dormant.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.