About
Rebutia violaciflora is a small, freely clustering cactus producing the characteristic spherical, ribbed stems and masses of funnel-shaped, violet-pink 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.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent, Houseplants
HabitClump forming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesHouseplants, Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical
Native toArgentina
Care notes
CultivationGrow in standard cactus compost in full sun with good ventilation. Water moderately when in growth and apply a specialist liquid cacti feed monthly; keep almost completely dry at other times. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by sowing seed at 21°C in early spring; separate offsets in spring or summer
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to mealybugs
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to root and stem rots in wet conditions