Gymnocalycium horstii – Spider Cactus, cactus rar cu spini spectaculosi si flori mari

Gymnocalycium horstii , also known as Spider Cactus , is a globular cactus native to southern Brazil, much loved by collectors for its unique appearance. The spherical, glossy green stem, deeply ribbed, is covered with large areoles, from which long, curved spines, resembling spider legs, emerge. At maturity, it produces large, spectacular flowers, in shades of pale pink to white, which open during the day and create an elegant contrast with the dark green body of the plant.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Gymnocalycium horstii

• Common name: Spider Cactus

• Family: Cactaceae

• Origin: Southern Brazil

• Growth type: Globular cactus, solitary or forming small groups through pups

• Stems: Globular, glossy green, with pronounced ribs and large areoles

• Spines: Long, curved, spider-like, yellowish-white or brown

• Flowers: Large, pale pink or white, very decorative, appear in summer on mature plants

🌞 Growing conditions:

• Light: Prefers direct sun or very intense light, for compact thorns and abundant flowering

• Soil: Very well drained, sandy-stony, specific to cacti

• Watering: Reduced; water only when the substrate is completely dry

• Minimum resistance temperature: up to 0°C (short time); in Romania, protected wintering at 5–10°C, dry is recommended

• Wintering: The cold dormancy period stimulates flowering the following season

✨ Advantages and uses:

• Rare, collectible cactus with long, spectacular spines

• Impressive flowering, with large, pink-white flowers, contrasting with the dark green body

• Easy to grow in cactus collections and desert arrangements

• Low maintenance, drought resistant

⚠️ Note: Gymnocalycium horstii needs rest in winter, at lower temperatures and minimal watering, to bloom regularly.

Height with pot included approx. 10 cm

The cactus is sold without flowers.
The price displayed is for 1 pot.