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Basic Info
Gymnocalycium Pflanzii is also known as ‘Gymnocalycium’. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to around 10 cm (4″) tall. When it flowers you can expect white and carmine pinkish like flowers.
Scientific Classification
Family: Cactaceae
Subfamily: Cactoideae
Tribe: Trichocereeae
Genus: Gymnocalycium
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Gymnocalycium Pflanzii ‘Gymnocalycium’ 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 Gymnocalycium 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 Pflanzii ‘Gymnocalycium’
This succulent type is quite interesting. When it blooms, you will enjoy white with carmine-pink flowers. It is a nice addition to your outside garden!
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 10 cm (4″) tall
- Grows up to 15 cm (6″) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 9a-11b -3.9 °C (25 F)
- Best propagated by seeds
- Flower are white to carmine-pink
Where to Plant
Gymnocalycium Pflanzii ‘Gymnocalycium’ 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 -3.9 °C (25 °F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Gymnocalycium in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
How to Propagate Gymnocalycium Pflanzii ‘Gymnocalycium’
Gymnocalycium 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.
How to Propagate Gymnocalycium Pflanzii ‘Gymnocalycium’ 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.
Origin and Habitat
Gymnocalycium is native to Bolivia and Paraguay.
