Rebutia - Fabrisii

Rebutia Fabrisii is a captivating small cactus known for its vibrant flowers and compact, clustered growth.

Key Features:

• Origin:

  • Native to northern Argentina, particularly in the province of Jujuy.  

• Appearance:

  • It's a small, globular cactus that often forms clusters.  

  • The stems are typically olive green and covered with dense, white spines.

  • The spines can sometimes obscure the green body, giving it a "snowy" appearance.

• Flowers:

  • One of its most striking features is its bright, colorful flowers.  

  • Flowers typically range in color from orange to red, and sometimes yellow.

  • The flowers encircle the crown of the stem, creating a beautiful display.

• Size:

  • It's a diminutive cactus, usually growing only 2 to 3 inches (5-7 cm) tall and wide.  

• Growth Habit:

  • It tends to grow in clumps, producing multiple offsets.  

Cultivation and Care:

• Light:

  • Rebutia fabrisii thrives in bright, direct sunlight.  

  • Indoors, a south-facing window is ideal.  

  • Outdoors, it should receive several hours of direct sunlight daily.

• Soil:

  • Requires well-draining soil, typical for cacti.  

  • A cactus-specific potting mix is recommended.  

• Watering:

  • Water thoroughly during the active growing season (spring and summer) when the soil completely dries out.  

  • Reduce watering in the fall and winter, keeping the soil almost dry.  

• Temperature:

  • It's not frost-tolerant and should be protected from freezing temperatures.  

  • Prefers cooler temperatures in the winter to encourage blooming in the spring.  

* Picture and information intended only as a guide.  Size and colours of plants will vary, not any 1 plant is exactly the same and minor variations will occur.

** All plants will be posted bare rooted.