Rebutia canigueralii
TAXONOMY
FamilyCactaceae
GenusRebutia
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Rebutia canigueralii, commonly known as the Canigueral's Rebutia, is a small, globular cactus native to the high-altitude regions of Bolivia. It thrives in desert or dry shrubland climates and is known for its vibrant, colorful flowers. This succulent subshrub enters a dormancy period during the winter months.
ALSO KNOWN AS
Aylostera Zavaletae
Crown Cactus
Rebutia canigueralii subsp. crispata
Rebutia canigueralii subsp. pulchra
Rebutia caracarensis
Rebutia inflexiseta
Rebutia pulchra
Rebutia rauschii
Rebutia vasqueziana
Sulcorebutia alba
Sulcorebutia albaoides
Sulcorebutia albaoides var. subfusca
Sulcorebutia albiareolata
Sulcorebutia arachnites
Sulcorebutia atrospinosa
Sulcorebutia brevispina
Sulcorebutia callecallensis
Sulcorebutia callichroma
Sulcorebutia callichroma var. longispina
Sulcorebutia canigueralii
Sulcorebutia canigueralii subsp. brevispina
Sulcorebutia canigueralii var. applanata
Sulcorebutia canigueralii var. atropurpurea
Sulcorebutia cantargalloensis
Sulcorebutia cantargalloensis var. torrepampensis
Sulcorebutia caracarensis
Sulcorebutia christiei
Sulcorebutia crispata
Sulcorebutia crispata subsp. aureicapillata
Sulcorebutia crispata subsp. auricapillata
Sulcorebutia crispata subsp. hertusii
Sulcorebutia crispata var. auricapillata
Sulcorebutia crispata var. muelleri
Sulcorebutia croceareolata
Sulcorebutia elizabethae
Sulcorebutia fischeriana
Sulcorebutia frankiana
Sulcorebutia frankiana var. aureispina
Sulcorebutia frankiana var. intermedia
Sulcorebutia frankiana var. rectispina
Sulcorebutia frankiana var. variabilis
Sulcorebutia gemmae
Sulcorebutia gerosenilis
Sulcorebutia heliosoides
Sulcorebutia hertusii
Sulcorebutia hertusii subsp. aureicapillata
Sulcorebutia hertusii var. auricapillata
Sulcorebutia inflexiseta
Sulcorebutia insperata
Sulcorebutia lamprochlora
Sulcorebutia losenickyana
Sulcorebutia losenickyana var. albispina
Sulcorebutia losenickyana var. chatajillensis
Sulcorebutia losenickyana var. vasqueziana
Sulcorebutia luteiflora
Sulcorebutia naunacaensis
Sulcorebutia pasopayana
Sulcorebutia perplexiflora
Sulcorebutia pulchra
Sulcorebutia pulchra subsp. lenkae
Sulcorebutia pulchra var. albiareolata
Sulcorebutia pulchra var. longispina
Sulcorebutia rauschii
Sulcorebutia ritteri
Sulcorebutia roberto-vasquezii
Sulcorebutia rubroaurea
Sulcorebutia slabana
Sulcorebutia tarabucoensis
Sulcorebutia tarabucoensis subsp. aureiflora
Sulcorebutia tarabucoensis subsp. callecallensis
Sulcorebutia tarabucoensis subsp. hermosana
Sulcorebutia tarabucoensis subsp. hertusii
Sulcorebutia tarabucoensis subsp. lindae
Sulcorebutia tarabucoensis subsp. pasopayana
Sulcorebutia tarabucoensis subsp. patriciae
Sulcorebutia tarabucoensis subsp. rauschii
Sulcorebutia tarabucoensis var. aureiflora
Sulcorebutia tarabucoensis var. callecallensis
Sulcorebutia tarabucoensis var. tarabucoensis
Sulcorebutia tarvitaensis
Sulcorebutia vasqueziana
Sulcorebutia vasqueziana subsp. alba
Sulcorebutia vasqueziana subsp. chatajillensis
Sulcorebutia vasqueziana subsp. losenickyana
Sulcorebutia vasqueziana subsp. pedroensis
Sulcorebutia vasqueziana var. albispina
Sulcorebutia vasqueziana var. albspina
Sulcorebutia vasqueziana var. losenickyana
Sulcorebutia verticillacantha f. brevispina
Sulcorebutia verticillacantha subsp. cuprea
Sulcorebutia verticillacantha var. albispina
Sulcorebutia verticillacantha var. applanata
Sulcorebutia verticillacantha var. aureiflora
Sulcorebutia verticillacantha var. chatajillensis
Sulcorebutia verticillacantha var. cuprea
Sulcorebutia verticillacantha var. losenickyana
Sulcorebutia verticillacantha var. ritteri
Sulcorebutia verticillacantha var. verticosior
Sulcorebutia viridis
Sulcorebutia zavaletae
Weingartia alba
Weingartia albaoides
Weingartia albaoides subsp. subfusca
Weingartia albaoides subsp. subfuscata
Weingartia aureispina
Weingartia brevispina
Weingartia callecallensis
Weingartia canigueralii
Weingartia cantargalloensis
Weingartia caracarensis
Weingartia crispata
Weingartia crispata subsp. hertusi
Weingartia crispata subsp. hertusii
Weingartia crispata var. hertusii
Weingartia croceareolata
Weingartia cuprea
Weingartia elizabethae
Weingartia fischeriana
Weingartia frankiana
Weingartia gemmae
Weingartia gemmae subsp. naunacaensis
Weingartia gemmae var. elizabethae
Weingartia gemmae var. naunacaensis
Weingartia heliosoides
Weingartia inflexiseta
Weingartia losenickyana
Weingartia naunacaensis
Weingartia pasopayana
Weingartia perplexiflora
Weingartia pulchra
Weingartia rauschii
Weingartia ritteri
Weingartia roberto-vasquezii
Weingartia rubroaurea
Weingartia rubro-aurea
Weingartia saxatilis
Weingartia tarabucina
Weingartia tarabucoensis
Weingartia tarabucoensis var. aureiflora
Weingartia tarabucoensis var. callecallensis
Weingartia tarvitaensis
Weingartia vasqueziana
Weingartia vasqueziana subsp. losenickyana
Weingartia vasqueziana var. losenickyana
Weingartia zavaletae
OVERVIEW
WaterVery Dry
SoilSandy
LightDirect Bright (6 Hours)
Temperature25° C
Humidity30%
Dormancy3 Months
pH6.5
Pressure1,013 mbar
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DETAILS
Care Instructions
Rebutia canigueralii requires bright, direct sunlight for optimal growth. It thrives in warm temperatures and low humidity, making it well-suited for desert-like conditions. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. This cactus is relatively easy to care for and can be grown both indoors and outdoors.Soil
This cactus prefers well-draining sandy soil. A cactus or succulent mix is ideal, as it provides the necessary drainage to prevent root rot. Ensure the soil dries out completely between waterings to mimic its natural desert habitat.Fertilizer
Fertilize Rebutia canigueralii with a low-nitrogen, high-phosphorus, and high-potassium fertilizer (2-7-7) during the growing season. Apply the fertilizer sparingly, as cacti do not require heavy feeding.Repotting
Repot Rebutia canigueralii every 2-3 years or when it outgrows its current pot. Choose a pot with good drainage and use a cactus or succulent soil mix. Handle the plant carefully to avoid damaging its roots.Propagation
Propagate Rebutia canigueralii through offsets or seeds. Offsets can be removed and planted in a separate pot with well-draining soil. Allow the offsets to callous over before planting. Propagation is best done during the growing season.Pruning
Pruning is generally not required for Rebutia canigueralii. Remove any dead or damaged parts to maintain the plant's health and appearance.Toxicity
Rebutia canigueralii is not toxic to pets or humans. However, it is always advisable to handle cacti with care to avoid injury from their spines.REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR PLANT CARE
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