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Basic Info
Weingartia Neocumingii is also commonly known as the ‘Rebutia’. As the plant matures you can expect the cacti to look green with long spiny stems coming. When the plant flowers you can expect yellow to orange flowers. Blooming season comes early summer and last for five or six days.
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sedoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Genus: Echeveria
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Weingartia Neocumingii ‘Rebutia’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care of. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Rebutia 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 Weingartia Neocumingii ‘Rebutia’
This succulent type is a rare one which blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy orange-yellow flowers. It is a nice addition to your collection of plants especially if you have it displayed in a beautiful pot.
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 4 cm (2″) tall
- Blooming season is early Summer
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 10a-11b -6.7 °C (20 F)
- Best propagated by seeds
Where to Plant
Weingartia Neocumingii ‘Rebutia’ 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 10a-11b which is around -6.7 °C (20 °F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Rebutia in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
When selecting what pot to use be sure that you understand the difference between the material used (See our guide on how to pick the best plant pot).
How to Propagate Weingartia Neocumingii ‘Rebutia’
Rebutia 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. You can learn all about How To Repot Succulents in our guide.
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 Weingartia Neocumingii ‘Rebutia’ 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
Rebutia is native to Bolivian Andes mountains (especially around the Potosí, Cochamba and Chuquisaca).
