Crown Cactus – Rebutia albispina

Description

Are you trying to add something special and eye-catching to your collection? Look no further than Rebutia albispina, a stunning variety of Rebutia violaciflora one of the very known species of the genus Rebutia.

This crown cactus is extremely variable, with pink-violet flowers and glassy-white spines that fall somewhere between the long, flexible spines of Rebutia senilis and the short, bristly spines of Rebutia minuscula. This crown cactus is sure to make a statement in any garden or indoor space, thanks to its striking feature like its full ring of vibrant flowers that bloom through mid-summer. With its unique barrel shape, clumping stem, and golden yellow spines, this cactus is sure to catch your eye.

It is just easy to care forrequiring only partial shade and minimal watering, and can thrive in USDA zone 9 – 11. These plants favor a well-drained soil mix with specialized cactus potting soil, so it’s easy to find a cactus potting mix at Planet Desert. Not only is it aesthetically pleasing, but it’s also drought-tolerant and frost resistant – perfect for those who live in harsher climates.