Rebutia spinosissima
Although it may seem otherwise, the vast majority of cacti sold in nurseries tend to grow a lot, and when I say a lot I mean that in a few years they will probably need a large pot or be planted in the ground. Nevertheless, there are some species that can - and in fact should - always be grown in containers due to its small size.
If you are looking for them, here you have a selection of dwarf cacti with which you can make compositions or simply have them as a single table plant 😉.
Coryphantha macromeris
Known as Doña Ana, it is a cactus native to Texas and Mexico that forms groups that, although from time to time they can measure a meter wide, they only grow to 15cm tall, so you can plant it in planters 😉. They are characterized by having a globose shape and by producing wonderful pink flowers that you will surely love.
Mammillaria vetula
It is an endemic cactus of Guanajuato, Higalgo and Querétaro, in Mexico, which reaches a height of up to 10 centimeters. It is made up of several cylindrical stems protected by fine thorns and completely harmless to human skin 🙂. In addition, it produces yellow flowers.
Minuscule rebutia
All Rebutia are wonderful. Cactus originating from America, mainly from Argentina, that have a globose shape and a tendency to take out suckers. But the species R. lowercase it is a wonder. Produces exceptionally pretty red and yellow flowers, plus, It is only 4cm high by 6cm wide.
Stenocactus multicostatus
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The S. multicostatus They are one of the most striking cacti in the world. With many ribs and long, thick brown spines, they are impressive. Natives of Mexico, They are characterized by having a globose shape and a height of no more than 6cm and a diameter of up to 10cm. And, yes, they also produce flowers which are pink in color.
Which one did you like the most? Do you know other dwarf cacti?