Gymnocalycium baldianum - DWARF CHIN CACTUS
Gymnocalycium is a genus of South American cacti, commonly called "chin cactus," known for its smooth, hairless flower buds and easy care. While many species are small, they are prized by enthusiasts for their striking globular form and beautiful flowers. The genus is also famously the source of the brightly colored "Moon Cactus".
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Common Names: Dwarf Chin Cactus, Gymnocalycium baldianum, Dwarf Chin, Chin Cactus, Spider Cactus
Name Meaning: Gymnocalycium: Greek gymnos, "naked" + kalyx, "calyx" or "bud", referring to the smooth, hairless, and spineless flower buds; baldianum: honoring J. Baldi, an acquaintance and supporter of the Italian-Argentine botanist Carlos Luis Spegazzini, who first described the cactus in 1905.
Native Range: South America (mountainous, grassy regions of the Catamarca Province in Argentina)
Grow Zone (Hardiness): 8b - 11b (15°F) Find my zone
Bloom: From late spring through summer, plant produces large showy flowers in pink, red, or purple, giving way to gray-green, spindle-shaped seed capsules.
Light: Bright, indirect light/Partial shade
Soil: Well-draining
Water: Low (1)
Growth Rate/Habit: Slow to moderate/Globose to flattened globose
Mature Size: 4-6 in. tall x 3-8 in. wide
SOLD AS A BARE ROOT SPECIMEN, APPROX. TWO INCHES TALL.
- Reduce watering significantly in winter when the plant is dormant. Increase watering and add a balanced or low-nitrogen fertilizer in spring and summer, during the growing season.
We recommend planting this on our CACTUS/SUCCULENT SOIL.