Gymnocalycium berchtii draft This summer-dormant plant can grow

This summer-dormant plant can grow up to a height of 4 inches

thin lime green ribbed stems that can grow up to 5 feet tall and are covered in white or pale-yellow radial spines

looking like a miniature baobab tree

as excessive moisture can lead to root rot or other issues

If you notice signs of sunburn

Gymnocalycium berchtii draft This summer-dormant plant can growGymnocalycium berchtii is a tiny geophyte with a single, flattened stem that grows slowly atop a thick taproot underground. This species shows a large amount of variation in spines. Most plants have black brown spines, and some have very light ochraceous spines with light brown bases. Flowers range in color from pearl white to lilac, with a brownish pink throat.