Rat’s tail cactus. An easy to grow cactus with narrow tubular reflexed pinkish purple flowers. Long narrow stems. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 90cm. Flowers April. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Aporocactus flagelliformis
An easy to grow cactus with narrow tubular reflexed pinkish purple flowers. Long narrow stems
Additional information
| Generic | Aporocactus |
|---|---|
| Species | flagelliformis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Rat's tail cactus |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 10cm |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Spread | 90cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Small weeping |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter, Water with tepid water, Mist regularly |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant, Hanging baskets |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Mealy bugs, Slugs and snails |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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