Gymnocalycium damsii rotundulum vibrant magenta the flowers open on the

the flowers open on the morning of the first day and remain opened all the night long but last only one day in full beauty

and once a month during the dormant season

" referring to the fact that the plant's red or burgundy tubular flowers rarely open

it is safe to touch as long as precautions are taken to avoid contact with the sap

commonly known as ‘Orange cob cactus’

Gymnocalycium damsii rotundulum vibrant magenta the flowers open on theIn full sun the plant takes a tan red coloring. It flowers from spring to fall and handles full sun to full shade. Also, the spines are nearly useless in terms of defense so a pretty 'user friendly' plant. Cultivation and propagation: It is a summer grower species that offers no cultivation difficulties. Water regularly in summer (but do not overwater). Keep this plant almost dry in winter at a minimum temperature of 0C. It is quite frost resistant if