Gymnocalycium baldianum

Baldianum's Gymnocalycium

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Small globular cactus native to South America. Spineless appearance with vibrant pink-red flowers. Thrives in arid, high-light environments with excellent drainage.
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Plant Details

Common Name Baldianum's Gymnocalycium
Family Cactaceae
Genus Gymnocalycium
Species Baldianum
Origin Argentina, Paraguay
Blooming Late spring to summer, pink or red flowers
Leaf Color Green stem with reddish tints on new growth
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Cactus mix with high perlite/pumice content for drainage

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Watering

Water sparingly, allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Intense direct sunlight required, avoid sudden exposure shifts to prevent scorching

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Fertilization

Dilute cactus fertilizer monthly during growing season (spring-summer)

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Pruning

Remove dead flower stems or rotting parts carefully with sterilized tools

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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