Grafted cactus, Moon Cactus (Maroon) - Plant
The popular moon cactus plant is a small grafted cactus.
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Description for Grafted cactus, Moon Cactus (Maroon)
Moon cactus plants come in vibrant bright colors of hot maroon. These are small plants, generally only a half inch across, although there are cultivars that get up to 8 inches in diameter.
| Common name | Flower colours | Bloom time | Height | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moon Cactus | Maroon | Spring / Summer | Half inch to 8 inches | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Re-pot when the plant performs clump and goes beyond the pot size. It should be done before or after the rainy season and in the spring season.
Re-pot with the following proportions: 3 parts of potting soil, 1 part of grit (pumice), 1 part of the horticultural-grade sand, 1/2 part of the compost etc.
| Sunlight | Soil | Water | Temperature | Fertilizer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect sunlight | Well-drained sales | Water moon cactus thoroughly, then let the plant dry out between waterings. | Above 9 degrees C, The tiny moon cactus will not do well in very cold temperatures, so bring it inside to overwinter during the cold winter months. | Treat it with a cactus fertilizer every month during its growing season. |
Caring for Grafted cactus
- Plants prefer temperatures on the warm side but need a minimum of 48 degrees F(9 degrees C) to survive.
- Indoor plants should be partially shielded from bright sunlight by slatted blinds during the brightest part of the day.
Typical uses of Grafted cactus
Special features: Grafted Maroon moon cactus
Ornamental use: Plants are used for an ornamental purpose.
References
- http://www.balconycontainergardening.com/plants/73-grow-care-moon-cactus
- https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/moon-cactus/care-of-moon-cactus.htm
