Rebutia gibbulosa - CROWN CACTUS
Rebutia is a genus of small, easy-to-grow cactus plants that are beloved by cactus enthusiasts for their stunning blooms and compact, clumping growth habit. These compact cacti produce large, vibrant flowers in shades of red, orange, pink, or yellow, perfect for adding bursts of color to small spaces.
Details
Common Names: Crown Cactus
Botanical Names: Rebutia gibbulosa
Name Meaning:
- Rebutia: Named after Pierre Rebut (1827-1902), a French botanist who specialized in cacti.
- gibbulosa: Latin gibbus, "hump," "hunchback," or "swelling", referring to the cactus's blooms, which are notably large in proportion to the small size of the plant's body.
Native Range: South America (mountainous, rocky slopes of Bolivia and Argentina)
Plant Family: Cactaceae (cacti)
Grow Zone (Hardiness): 9a - 11b NOT FROST HARDY (20°F) Find my zone
Bloom: Vibrant red to white flowers appear in late winter through early summer, followed by small, bulbous seed pods. (1)
Light: Bright, indirect sunlight
Soil: Well-draining
Water: Low (2) (3)
Growth Rate/Habit: Slow/Clumping & offsetting (pups)
Mature Size: 2-4 in. tall x 6 in. wide (cluster)
SOLD AS A BARE ROOT SPECIMEN, APPROX. 2 INCHES TALL.
We recommend planting this in our Cactus/Succulent Soil.
Rebutia species are often self-fertile, meaning they can set seeds without needing a second plant for cross-pollination.
- Winter care: A cooler winter dormancy period is crucial for blooming in the spring. Protect from prolonged freezing temperatures.
- During the growing season (spring/summer): Water thoroughly, but only when the soil is completely dry. During the dormant season (fall/winter): Drastically reduce watering, only watering lightly if the plant begins to shrivel.
- Feeding: Fertilize once a month during the active growing season with a diluted, low-nitrogen cactus fertilizer. DO NOT FERTILIZE during the dormant season.