Xerophyte

Habit

It branches basally to form small mounds.

Description

Gymnocalycium bruchiiSN|14835]]SN|14835]] subs. matznetteri is a miniature clumping succulent. This plant distingushes from the other “bruchii” for the shinning white or pale pink flowers and for the larger sized stems. The other characteristics clearly show that they are related with Gymnocalycium bruchiiSN|14835]]SN|14835]], namely form of tubercles, spines, flowers and fruits.

Flowers

Bell to funnel-shaped, 6 cm wide, pure white or with an pale shade of lavender in early spring, followed by olive-green fruits.

Spines

Brownish bristly, straight or curved

Stem

Flattened, blue-green, thick growing up to 4-6 cm in diameter, 2-6 cm long.