Disocactus flagelliformis - Rattail Cactus- Hanging Basket

Ed's Plant Shop

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$49.99
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Description

The unforgettable appearance of the Rattail Cactus will enchant you both in beauty and ease of maintenance. These stunning succulents are surprisingly epiphytic and enjoy a soil-less environment to grow in (such as vermiculite and sand). They thrive on neglect and will love the sunny spot in your home. When you adopt a Aporocactus flagelliformis, you're adopting a desert plant, so don't try to over-cherish it with water, as it will rot if kept too wet. 

When the Aporocactus flagelliformis is happy, it will treat you to a flower display that strongly resembles a flower of a Christmas cactus! A beauty to behold!

Ed's Plant Profile

  • Botanical Name: Aporocactus flagelliformis
  • Common Name(s): Ratttail Cactus, Rat Tail Cactus, 
  • Family: Crassulaceae
  • Native Range: Mexico

Ed's Care Guide

  • Care Level: Moderate
  • Light: Bright light
  • Water: Keep soil on the dry side 
  • Humidity: Average
  • Temperature: 50-75F
  • Feeding: Fertilize with cactus food during spring and summer
  • Propagation: Leaf & Stem Cuttings
  • Growth: Vining
  • Pests: Look out for  mealy bugs and aphids
  • Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets if consumed