Gymnocalycium vatteri paucispinum

Gymnocalycium vatteri paucispinumThis is a very slowly growing species. Generally solitary but old specimens may cluster from the base. Flowers: 4 5 cm long and 4 cm broad, white with pink to brownish red throat. Blooming time: Profuse flowers from late spring to summer. Cultivation and propagation: It is a summer grower species that offers no cultivation difficulties. Water regularly in summer (but do not overwater), keep rather dry in winter. It is quite frost resistant if kept dry

It does best with 6 - 8 hours of sunlight daily

about 3 cm tall

- 1 assorted cactus plant

This species was scientifically described as recently as 2010 from Oaxaca

providing some afternoon shade or protection from the hottest part of the day can help prevent leaf burn and keep the plant happy

Echinocereus Rayonensis

well-drained soil in full sun throughout the year (but does better with some light shade in the summer)

like Pilosocereus atroflavispinus

keep dry in winter or give them a very small amount about once a month in winter to prevent shrinkage and root loss

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especially during cooler months

Origin and habitat: Cochabamba