Rebutia heliosa
Native range: Bolivia (specifically the Tarija region in the Andes)
Known names: Aylostera heliosa, Crown Cactus
Hardiness: 25°F if kept dry
Mature Size: ~2" Tall, ~3" Wide
Light: Morning sun, half day sun, full sun
Soil: Well-draining cactus or succulent mix; prefers gritty soil with added sand or perlite
Dormancy Period: Winter (
Pet-Safe: Mixed information - Leaning towards No
Plant Size: Grown in 2.5" pot
 
Rebutia heliosa is a small, slow-growing cactus known for its tight, spiraling arrangement of white spines that give it a frosted, textured appearance. Bright orange flowers in sprin. Cluster-forming.