Dwarf chin
Scientific Name: Gymnocalycium baldianum (Spegazzini) Spegazzini
Synonym: Echinocactus baldianus, Echinocactus sanguiniflorus, Gymnocalycium platense var. baldianum , Gymnocalycium sanguiniflorum, Gymnocalycium venturianum
Family: Cactaceae
USDA: 8b-10
Frost Tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix to 15°F (-10°C)
Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade
Origin: Argentina (Catamarca)
Growth Habits: Green ball to 3 inches in diameter (8 cm)
Watering Needs: Moderate in summer, keep dry in winter
Propagation: Seeds (seldom produces offsets)
Blooming Habits:
The Gymnocalycium baldianum produces 1.5 inches in diameter (4 cm), white, pink, orange or bright red flowers in spring and summer. It is fast growing and can bloom one year after being sown.
Culture:
Feed with a high potassium fertilizer every 2 weeks in summer
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