sulcorebutia rauschii violacidermis

Native to the mountainous regions of Bolivia, Sulcorebutia rauschii violacidermis inhabits calcareous rocky slopes at 2500-3000 m elevation. It is a polycarpic species with globose stems forming dense clumps. Its violet epidermis is a distinctive trait within the Sulcorebutia genus. Globose stems 3-5 cm diameter, violet epidermis with conical tubercles arranged spirally. Radial spines thin, 5-8 mm long, ranging white to light brown. Spring flowering with bright yellow flowers 2-3 cm wide.