Description
Aporocactus flagelliformis is a trailing cactus with cylindrical stems, each with clusters of bristle-like spines. The stems, which range from green to grey-green, start growing upward but eventually lie flat or hang down as they mature, branching profusely from the base. Each whitish areole bears 15 to 20 reddish-brown to reddish-yellow spines.
Family: Cactaceae | Genus: |
Common Name(s): Rat Tail Cactus, Rattail Cactus, | Mature Size: 1.5+ meter stems |
Origin: Mexico and Central America | Dormancy: |
Flower Colours: Bright Pink | Bloom Season: late Winter - early Summer |
Sun Exposure: Full sun - Partial shade | Watering: “Soak and dry” method (Make sure soil is dry) - Low in dormancy |
Temperatures: 16 - 27°C | Min: 7°C | Max: 32°C | Toxic: No |
