Gymnocalycium mihanovichii

Chin Cactus

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Small globular cactus often grafted, featuring vibrant red, pink, or yellow tops lacking chlorophyll. Native to South America.
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Plant Details

Common Name Chin Cactus
Family Cactaceae
Genus Gymnocalycium
Species Mihanovichii
Origin Argentina
Blooming Pink or white flowers, rare indoors during late spring.
Leaf Color Green stem with red/pink/yellow variegated top
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Cactus mix with high perlite or pumice content for drainage

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Watering

Water sparingly when soil is dry; reduce significantly in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light to morning sun; intense afternoon heat may scorch coloration

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Fertilization

Apply diluted cactus fertilizer monthly during active growth (spring/summer)

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Pruning

Remove dead spines or damaged graft union parts carefully

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 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
500 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
250 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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