Xerophyte

Description

Rebutia heliosaSN|5204]]SN|5204]] var. condorensis is a small clumping cactus with very short spines arranged on globes so that it looks like orbs covered with small, white spiders. It readily forms a clustering mound.The variety “condorensis” specifically describes the clones of the species with dark red flowers, and larger heads.

Flowers

Large dark-red, funnel-shaped, long-necked, 4 cm in diameter, 5 cm long.

Blooming Season

Rebutia heliosaSN|5204]]SN|5204]] var. condorensis flowers profusely in spring.

Spines

Very short, whitish to pale brown, spider-like.

Stem

Deep green to brown , 3(-4) cm wide, rarely higher than 4 cm.