Gymnocalycium pflanzii albipulpa purple-red The rat tail blooms typically

The rat tail blooms typically appear in late spring or early summer and last for several weeks

Fertilize your cactus sparingly once a year in the spring

with carefully balanced inorganic media to ensure superior drainage and ventilation

Be cautious not to let the soil dry out completely

Gymnocalycium pflanzii albipulpa purple-red The rat tail blooms typicallyGymnocalycium pflanzii albipulpa Gymnocalycium pflanzii albipulpa is a Solitary or slowly clustering cactus Stem: 10 15 (25) cm in diameter, 10 cm tall, pale green that turns to an orangish purple in full sun. The epidermis has a velvety appearance. The apex is slightly depressed and woolly. Ribs: 10 to 12 thick, divided into polygonal rounded (not chinned) tubercles, separated by arched furrows. Spines: Strong, bent, initially blackish with a brown