Rebutia krainziana

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Barrel cactusCactus or succulent, House plantFamily: Cactaceae

Flower colour:

White

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Soil

Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Rebutia krainziana is a clump-forming cactus, forming dark green, barrel-shaped stems up to 7cm in diameter, with contrasting small, white areoles and spines. In late spring large, intensely red, flowers with yellow throats appear. Eventually, offsets (sometimes referred to as ‘pups’) will develop around the main stem, forming a tight clump.

Rebutia krainziana (white form) has glorious pure white flowers, which complement the spines and areoles beautifully. It makes a dramatic statement as a houseplant and looks good when grown with other coloured forms of rrebutia.

Grow Rebutia krainziana (white form) in cactus compost in a sunny, sheltered spot such as a conservatory or windowsill. Water sparingly in summer, allowing the compost to dry out between waterings, and add a liquid fertiliser fortnightly. In autumn stop watering altogether and move to a cooler part of the house, to encourage flowering next season.

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Rebutia ‘Krainziana’ and wildlife

Rebutia ‘Krainziana’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Rebutia ‘Krainziana’ poisonous?

Rebutia ‘Krainziana’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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