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Rebutia minuscula (Rebutia minuscula)

Rebutia minuscula is a small, globular cactus native to South America, known for its vibrant, star-shaped flowers that bloom profusely.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light is optimal.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Requires a well-draining cactus or succulent mix, with good aeration. A gritty, sandy composition is ideal.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during growth and cooler during dormancy.

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season with a diluted cactus fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light is optimal.

Can tolerate some direct sun.

Water

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Requires a well-draining cactus or succulent mix, with good aeration. A gritty, sandy composition is ideal.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during growth and cooler during dormancy.

Ideal: 15-25°C, Dormant: 5-10°C

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season with a diluted cactus fertilizer.

Do not fertilize in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Ground

Plant Environment

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

5-15 cm

Spread

10-20 cm

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Type

Absent

Flower Size

2-3 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

50000

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Synonyms
Echinocactus minusculus (K.Schum.) F.A.C.Weber
Eurebutia minuscula (K.Schum.) Vande Weghe
Lobivia minuscula (K.Schum.) H.P.Kelsey & Dayton
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCaryophyllales
  • familyCactaceae
  • genusRebutia
  • speciesRebutia minuscula
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Non-toxic to pets and humans.

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