Rose Cactus. An unusual cactus with fleshy stems and peach coloured leaves purplish red underneath. Produces masses of long lasting creamy white flowers. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 1m. Flowers June to July. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Pereskia aculeata ‘Godseffiana’
An unusual cactus with fleshy stems and peach coloured leaves purplish red underneath. Produces masses of long lasting creamy white flowers
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Pereskia |
---|---|
Species | aculeata |
Varietry | 'Godseffiana' |
Common Name | Rose Cactus |
Flower Colour | cream |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 2m |
Family | Cactaceae |
Spread | 1m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Climbing |
Fragrance | TRUE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, July |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
Planting | |
Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter, Water with tepid water, Mist regularly |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Slugs and snails |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Place outdoors in the summer |
Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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