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Rebutia arenacea

Also Known As

  • Sulcorebutia arenacea
  • Sulcorebutia muschii
  • Sulcorebutia xanthoantha
  • Weingartia arenacea

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2"-3"
  • W: 2"-3"

planting zones

  • 9b-10b

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Rebutia arenacea plant details

Rebutia arenacea is a cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rebutia arenacea

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Mature size: 2 IN - 3 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rebutia arenacea

USDA Zones: 9b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Rebutia arenacea plant

How to Grow Rebutia arenacea

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring

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