Aylostera heliosa subs. condorensis
Pakistan J. Bot. 43(6): 2778. 2011 [Dec 2011]
Family
Cactaceae
Genus
Species
Aylostera heliosa subs. condorensis
Author
(Donald) Mosti & Papini
Chinese genus
-
Chinese name
-
Accepted
DescriptionEdit description
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.