Picture via llifle
Basic Info
Gymnocalycium Gibbosum is perhaps also best-known as the ‘Chin Cactus’. As the plant matures you can expect it to create this beautiful looking green to grey stem covered with small brown spines. When the plant finally produces white flowers.
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Gymnocalycium Gibbosum ‘Chin Cactus’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care off. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Chin Cactus healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Gymnocalycium Gibbosum ‘Chin Cactus’
This succulent type is a perhaps the easiest cactus to care for for beginner succulent loveres. Plus it is a nice addition to your outside garden!
This page contains affiliate links.
Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 7-30 cm (3-9″) tall
- Can die easily if overwatered see:
- How to Water Succulent PlantsDoes not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 9a-11b -6.7 °C (20 F)
- Best propagated by seeds
Where to Plant
Gymnocalycium Gibbosum ‘Chin Cactus’ succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 9a-11b which is around -6.7 °C (20 °F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Chin Cactus in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
How to Propagate Gymnocalycium Gibbosum ‘Chin Cactus’
Chin Cactus can be propagated by seeds. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
Are you struggling with propagation? This ebook is a how-to guide created for successful propagation. You will find detailed and helpful information for all the propagation methods. It is suitable for you whether you’re just starting with them or ready to advance your knowledge.
How to Propagate Gymnocalycium Gibbosum ‘Chin Cactus’ Using Seeds
This succulent type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.
