Rebutia Pulvinata "Cushion Cactus" 8cmPot

🌵 Rebutia pulvinosa – Cushion Cactus

Botanical Name: Rebutia pulvinosa
Common Names: Cushion Cactus, Rebutia Cactus, Crown Flower Cactus

📌 Product Description

Rebutia pulvinosa is a compact, clump-forming cactus admired for its rounded, ribbed stems covered in fine spines and its spectacular floral display. In spring to early summer, it produces an abundance of bright, funnel-shaped flowers in shades of orange, red, or pink, often forming a crown around the plant.

This small cactus forms attractive clusters over time, making it ideal for succulent bowls, decorative pots, rockeries, and windowsill displays. Easy to care for and highly rewarding when in bloom, it is a popular choice for both beginner and experienced collectors.

📏 Size When Fully Grown

• Height: 5 – 10 cm
• Spread: 10 – 20 cm (expands through offsets)
• Growth Habit: Clumping, spherical cactus
• Growth Rate: Moderate

🌱 Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Bright light to full sun (morning sun preferred in very hot regions)
• Soil: Very well-draining cactus or succulent mix
• Water:
  • Water during active growth (spring and summer)
  • Allow soil to dry completely between waterings
  • Keep almost dry during winter dormancy
• Feeding: Light cactus fertiliser during growing season
• Maintenance:
  • Avoid overwatering
  • Ensure excellent drainage
  • Remove offsets for easy propagation

🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

• Best Planting Time: Spring
• Flowering Season: Spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Spring and summer
• Dormant Period: Winter
• Climate Suitability: Indoor, temperate, and semi-arid regions
• Frost Tolerance: Sensitive to frost; protect below 5°C

🌼 Additional Benefits

• Bright, showy flowers relative to plant size
• Compact and ideal for small containers
• Easy to propagate from offsets
• Low-maintenance and water-wise
• Perfect for collectors and beginners

🌿 Ideal Uses

✔ Succulent bowls and arrangements
✔ Windowsill and indoor displays
✔ Rock gardens
✔ Decorative containers
✔ Collector’s cactus gardens