Photo of Rebutia heliosa foliage by Kara Nursery

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Rebutia heliosa

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 1"-2"
  • W: 3"-12"

planting zones

  • 8b-11

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Rebutia heliosa plant details

Rebutia heliosa is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring apricot, coral, orange and red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rebutia heliosa

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 IN - 12 IN - wide, 1 IN - 2 IN - tall
Flowers: apricot, coral, orange and red blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rebutia heliosa

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A wonderful, smaller-growing Rebutia. Should be in every collection. From Bolivia (Tarija) in the mountains (3000 m), these little tap rooted gems get no water during our winter and get filtered sun and limited water during the summer. As long as one follows this or similar regimen these plants are quite easy to grow and are very rewarding.

By: Kara Nursery

Gardening facts about Rebutia heliosa plant

How to Grow Rebutia heliosa

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
    • apricot
    • coral
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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