Gymnocalycium marquezii f. variegata (Variegated)

The variegated form of this plant has yellow spots on its skin where chlorophyll is absent, which make each specimen unique, and therefore particularly appreciated by collectors. It is a globular cactacea, easily recognizable by its well-marked protuberances. It has multiple tubercles that show large, slightly fluffy, white areoles. Its sturdy, strong and rather long grayish-white spines tend to envelop the body. Near the top it generates funnel-shaped inflorescences that can vary from white to yellow.