Hibotan Cactus. A flat topped bright red stemmed cactus that due to the lack of chlorophyll only survives if grafted onto a stronger variety. Max Height 12cm. Max Spread 5cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Gymnocalycium mihanovichii ‘Red Head’
A flat topped bright red stemmed cactus that due to the lack of chlorophyll only survives if grafted onto a stronger variety.
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Gymnocalycium |
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Species | mihanovichii |
Varietry | 'Red Head' |
Common Name | Hibotan Cactus |
Flower Colour | pink |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 12cm |
Family | Cactaceae |
Spread | 5cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Broadly columnar |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, red |
Flowers From | May, June |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
Planting | |
Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter, Water with tepid water, Mist regularly |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Mealy bugs, Slugs and snails |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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