Gymnocalycium Damsii

Gymnocalycium Damsii is an unusual cactus native to the mountainous and grassy areas of Argentina. It produces a spherical, slightly flattened shoot, reaching a diameter of about 13 cm. The surface of the stem is divided into approximately 9-11 quite wide ribs with a dark green, almost black color, broken by shades of gray. The plant is additionally decorated with curved, radially distributed, cream-colored thorns. Due to their shape and arrangement, Gymnocalycium damsii is also called “Spider-cactus”. In early summer, large flowers appear on thick, erect stems. It is a cactus valued for its expressive and abundant flowering.

Values

attractive shape
striking, curved, cream-colored spines
fabulous flowers (various colors)
small target size

Requirements

sunny position
during the growing season, feeding with cactus fertilizer
watering sparingly only when the top layer of the substrate is dry
in winter, limited watering and a cooler location
permeable substrate, with good drainage (you can use the substrate for cacti and succulents)

The plant is sold in a pot with a diameter of 10 cm. Plant height measured with the pot is approx. 15-20 cm.