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Gymnocalycium stenopleurum

4.8 out of 5 (4 experiences)

Survivor

Also known as

Gymnocalycium Friedrichii and Gymnocalycium mihanovichii friedrichii

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum

Genus

Gymnocalycium

Family

Cactaceae

Order

Caryophyllales

How to care for Gymnocalycium stenopleurum

💦 Water

How often to water your Gymnocalycium stenopleurum

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Gymnocalycium stenopleurum in your home

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Gymnocalycium stenopleurum in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Gymnocalycium stenopleurum

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Gymnocalycium stenopleurum: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Gymnocalycium stenopleurum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

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💦 Water Needs

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

💨 Humidity

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

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🪴 Soil

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

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🌎 Native Region

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum is native to South America.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Gymnocalycium stenopleurum bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

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⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Gymnocalycium stenopleurum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9b-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Gymnocalycium stenopleurum can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

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🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Gymnocalycium stenopleurum. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!