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Sulcorebutia gemmae 6.5cm

Name: Sulcorebutia gemmae 6.5cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: Sulcorgemmae6.5cm
Price: 5.8 EUR
Availability: InStock

€6,50

€5,80

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Cactus · Cactaceae · Bolivian jewel-like miniature

Sulcorebutia gemmae

A spiny jewel box in miniature ✨

Family: Cactaceae · Pot diameter: 6.5 cm

Cactaceae
Small globular head
Spiral tubercles
Variable flowers
Bolivian highlands

Sulcorebutia gemmae is a miniature cactus whose jewel-referencing name perfectly suits its appearance. The low globular body is organised into spiralling rows of tubercles, while fine spines hug the surface rather than hiding it. Green, grey and chestnut tones create rich detail on a very small scale.

Flowers can range from yellow to red or magenta, opening like a crown around the small apex. This natural variation adds genuine collector interest without exaggerated claims. It is a hard-to-find choice for anyone who values micro-geometry, fine spination and the possibility of a spectacular bloom.

What makes it stand out

Three defining details that turn its botanical identity into real presence for a collection and interior.

Spiralling micro-geometry

Tubercles form clear curves that become fascinating at close range.

Spines that follow the body

Fine spines lie close to the surface, emphasising rather than hiding its pattern.

Colour-variable flowers

Different lines can produce yellow, red or magenta blooms with strong contrast.

Why you’ll love it: it is a true Bolivian miniature where every tubercle, spine and potential flower reads like jewellery detail.

In your spacePlacement & plant pairingsWhere it looks best and which plants complement it

In your space

Where it looks its best

Place it in very bright light close to eye level, ideally beside other miniature mountain cacti in separate pots. A low clay pot and fine dark grit highlight the spiral structure. Leave clear space around the crown so flowers can open fully.

Plant pairings

Plants that complement it

Pair it with plants that genuinely share its light, substrate and seasonal rhythm. Separate pots keep care precise for each one.

Weingartia neocumingii — a larger related form with a different rib scale.
Rebutia heliosa — silver spination in an even denser pattern.
Lobivia tiegeliana — a mountain globe with stronger spines and vivid flowers.

Care at a glance

Light

Very bright light with gentle direct sun and protection from extreme heat.

Watering

Water in active growth after full drying; keep winter dry.

Climate

Cool nights, excellent airflow and a bright cold rest.

Pets & children

Fine spines irritate skin; keep it out of reach.

For this plant

Substrate & nutrition

Suitable substrateSybasoil Cacti & Succulent Premium Mix 5ltView product

Suitable feedCactus&Succulent focus 100mlView product

Detailed careComplete care guideLight, drying cycle, climate, substrate and feeding in detail

Light and position

Provide very bright light and gentle direct sun. In Greek heatwaves, filtered late-afternoon light helps this mountain cactus avoid heat-induced shutdown.

Correct watering

During active growth, water deeply only when the mix is fully dry. Keep it dry through a bright cold winter rest to protect the root and support future flowering.

Airflow and humidity

The small neck and dense areoles need constant airflow. Do not mist or leave organic debris around the crown.

Temperature and seasonal rhythm

It prefers a difference between mild days and cool nights. Protect from frost, but avoid a permanently warm winter that disrupts rest.

Substrate

Use a mineral fast-draining mix in a small pot with a clear drainage hole. An oversized mass of wet mix is more dangerous than a compact pot.

Feeding, repotting and handling

With fresh Sybasoil, wait about two months. Then apply very diluted Cactus & Succulent Focus only during active growth and stop before cold rest.

Botanical identityIdentity & natural originAccepted name, taxonomic history and natural or cultivated provenance

Modern placement in Weingartia

Sulcorebutia gemmae appears in newer taxonomic treatments as Weingartia gemmae. The older genus remains especially common in collections.

Endemic to the Bolivian highlands

Field records link the species with Chuquisaca, Bolivia, at roughly 2,490–3,146 m in open rocky mountain habitats.

Variable populations

Spination and flower colour vary among local populations. Without a field number, no particular colour form is assigned to the product.

From natural habitat to care: In the Chuquisaca highlands, intense light combines with cool nights, rocky drainage and seasonal moisture. In a pot it similarly needs bright but not overheated conditions, mineral mix and a clear cold dry rest—heat and moisture together are the least natural combination.

Greenleaf for Plant NerdsScientific facts nobody asked forBotanical detail for anyone who wants to know what lies behind the plant’s appearance

Tubercles follow phyllotaxis

The spiral pattern is not decorative chance but a result of growth at the apex.

Spination varies by population

Spine length, direction and colour reflect genetic diversity and local conditions.

Flowers encircle the crown

Blooms arise from younger areoles and can form a bright ring around the body.

CAM for mountain drought

Night-time gas exchange limits water loss even under intense radiation and wind.

Frequently asked questions

Useful answers about light, watering, seasonal rhythm and the plant’s correct identity.

01Is it Sulcorebutia or Weingartia?

Both names are encountered. Newer taxonomy tends to place it in Weingartia, while Sulcorebutia remains established in cultivation.

02What colour will the flowers be?

They may be yellow, red or magenta depending on clone and origin. Without a bloom or field number, a precise colour cannot be promised scientifically.

03When does it need water?

During active growth and only after the mix is fully dry. Water thoroughly, drain freely and keep it dry through the cold winter.

04Why is it not flowering?

Common reasons include immaturity, insufficient light or lack of a bright cold rest. Extra feed cannot replace seasonal rhythm.

05Which mix and feed does it need?

Use mineral Sybasoil Cacti & Succulent in a small pot with a drainage hole. Wait about two months and use very diluted Cactus & Succulent Focus only during growth.

06Is it safe around pets?

Fine spines can irritate mouth and skin. Keep the small pot stable and out of reach.

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Sulcorebutia gemmae 6.5cm

Sulcorebutia gemmae 6.5cm

Sulcorebutia gemmae

What makes it stand out

Spiralling micro-geometry

Spines that follow the body

Colour-variable flowers

Where it looks its best

Plants that complement it

Care at a glance

Light

Watering

Climate

Pets & children

Substrate & nutrition

Light and position

Correct watering

Airflow and humidity

Temperature and seasonal rhythm

Substrate

Feeding, repotting and handling

Modern placement in Weingartia

Endemic to the Bolivian highlands

Variable populations

Tubercles follow phyllotaxis

Spination varies by population

Flowers encircle the crown

CAM for mountain drought

Frequently asked questions

Sulcorebutia gemmae 6.5cm — Care & Tips

We take care of the packaging!

With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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