Blossfeldia liliputana
Scientific Name: Blossfeldia liliputana Werdermann
Synonym: Blossfeldia atroviridis, Blossfeldia campaniflora, Blossfeldia fechseri, Blossfeldia minima, Blossfeldia mizqueana, Blossfeldia pedicellata, Blossfeldia tominensis, Blossfeldia vallegrandensis, Parodia liliputana
Family: Cactaceae
Blossfeldia liliputana (as Blossfeldia fechseri) at Uhlig Cacti
USDA: 8b-10
Frost Tolerance: At least 15°F (-10°C)
Origin: Southern Bolivia, northwestern Argentina, at elevations of 4000 to 12000 feet (1200 to 3600 m)
Growth Habits: Solitary or clumping miniature cactus, globular stems up to 0.5 inches in diameter (1.2 cm), no rib, no spine
Watering Needs: Little to no water in winter
Propagation: Seeds, grafts
At Holly Gate Nursery, Copyright Terry Hewitt
Blossfeldia is the smallest of the cacti.
Although several species of Blossfeldia have been described, most botanist agree on the fact that all the ones described until now should be included in Blossfeldia liliputana.
The Blossfeldia is much easier to grow when grafted. In this case the minimum temperatures acceptable should take in account the requirements for the rootstock.
Blooming Habits:
White or pinkish flowers, up to 0.3 inches in diameter (7 mm).
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