The bright pink flowers of this small round cactus are about ¾ inches in diameter. I bought this cactus at the cactus and succulent show and sale held at the botanic gardens. It started blooming as we were out in the desert taking pictures of the flowers there. I’m glad that these were still so pretty when we got home. Click on the image to enlarge.
More information from Desert Tropicals:
Origin: Chile (Rio Choapa)
Growth Habits: Solitary, globose to short columnar, 7.2 inches tall (18 cm), 3.2 inches in diameter (8 cm); 13 to 21 ribs, obscured by the spines; blond to white, curly spines with darker tips; 4 to 20 centrals; 15 to 40 radials.
Watering Needs: Extremely root prone, needs good drainage.