Description
Plant Type: Cactus
Common Name: Purple Sulcorebutia
Origin: Bolivia
Growth Habit: Small, clustering cactus forming tight mounds
Description
This violacea form is prized for its unusual purple to violet body colour. The small rounded heads are covered with short fine spines and offset freely to form dense clusters over time.
Flowers
- Bright magenta to pink flowers
- Flowers freely in spring
- Flowers appear large compared to the body
Light Requirements
- Bright light to light sun
- Colour intensifies in good light
- Avoid extreme midday sun
Watering
- Water during active growing season
- Allow soil to dry between watering
- Keep dry in winter
Soil
- Very well-draining cactus mix
- Gritty, mineral soil preferred
Temperature
- Prefers warm summers and cool dry winters
- Protect from frost
- Ideal range: 15–30°C
Care Level
- Easy to grow
- Suitable for collectors and beginners
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