Habitat: Bolivia.
Description: a dwarf genus of green, tap-rooted cacti with yellow flowers resembling those of Copiapoa. In the wild it grows at high altitudes with extreme diurnal temperature variations.
Soil: basic mix.
Location: filtered light with plenty of air circulation.
Temperature: minimum temperature of 6°C (43°F).
Water: average.
Cultivation tips: raise from seed.
Main species of Cintia: Cintia napina; Cintia subterrannea; Cintia knizei.