Chin cactus facts for kids
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Gymnocalycium
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Gymnocalycium is a group of plants, also known as a genus, that belongs to the Cactaceae family. These unique plants are a type of succulent, meaning they store water. They don't have typical leaves.
You can find these plants growing naturally in South America. They live in countries like Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. There are about 50 to 80 different kinds, or species, of Gymnocalycium. Many people also enjoy growing them as houseplants.
What are Gymnocalycium Plants Like?
Gymnocalycium plants have stems that are usually round. These stems can be anywhere from 7 to 30 centimeters wide. They grow to be about 3 to 25 centimeters tall.
Colors and Shapes of Stems
The stems come in different colors. You might see them as grey-green, brown-green, or even grey-brown. They often have interesting patterns or ribs on their surface.
Images for kids
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Gymnocalycium species from Liberec botanical garden
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Gymnocalycium species from Liberec botanical garden
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Gymnocalycium species from Liberec botanical garden
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Gymnocalcium oneanthemum from the Brooklyn Botanic Garden
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Gymnocalycium mihanovichii in flower
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The flower of Gymnocalycium horstii
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Gymnocalycium eurypleurum
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Gymnocalycium baldianum in flower
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Gymnocalycium denudatum
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Gymnocalycium leeanum
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Gymnocalycium ragonesei
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Gymnocalycium stellatum
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Gymnocalycium monvillei
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Gymnocalycium bruchii
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Gymnocalycium uruguayense
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Gymnocalycium quehlianum
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Gymnocalycium spegazzinii
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The Ruby Ball or Moon Cactus, Gymnocalycium mihanovichii 'Hibotan', is a mutant that lacks chlorophyll
See also
In Spanish: Gymnocalycium para niños
