Gymnocalycium stenopleurum Size:2" almost black leaves that form

almost black leaves that form a star-shaped rosette

Starting with a porous soil mixture within a well-draining pot

such as the ‘soak and dry’ method

as well as a very porous soil mix

it is not hardy below Zone 10

Gymnocalycium stenopleurum Size:2" almost black leaves that formA cactus so unique it is often seen grafted atop other varieties to add a pop of color, the flesh of G. stenopleurum can range from a deep, dusky green to a dark purple, depending on the level of light exposure. Ridges along the rounded, compact barrel are dotted with fuzzy clusters of tiny spines called glochids, and large pink flowers can reach the same diameter as the plant itself! Like all cacti, it prefers bright to direct sunlight, as well as a