Rebutia arenacea 'candiae'


Scientific Name: Rebutia arenacea 'candiae'
Synonym: Rebutia candiae, Sulcorebutia candiae, Weingartia candiae
Family: Cactaceae
(Rebutia arenacea 'candiae')
Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 9-10

Frost Tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix

Sun Exposure: Light shade in summer in Phoenix, else full sun

Origin: Southern Bolivia, northern Argentina

Propagation: Split heads and use as cuttings

(Rebutia arenacea 'candiae')

The Rebutia candiae grows in the Andes at height averaging 9000 feet (3000 m). It consists of a cluster of small heads, covered with short spines.
It is now generally included in Rebutia arenacea.

Blooming Habits:
Yellow flowers

Propagation:
Mist the plant in spring mornings to reduce the chance of red spider mite infestation.


 

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