Disocactus flagelliformis

rat tail cactus
Ropy jungle cactus produces hot-pink flowers. Pendulous habit. Water regularly in summer. Best indoors. Beware of spines.
height 2–4in
width 1–3ft
tolerates Drought, Deer , Heat, Pots, Rooftops, Wind
water
needs		 Moderate
water
info		 If you see your cactus begin to shrivel or lose firmness, your cactus is likely totally dry and should be watered. To get good healthy growth your plant doesn’t want to sit around totally dried out during it’s growing season. Once it is dry water it.

This cactus comes from an area with summer rainfall and is actively growing during that time, when it is forgiving of overwatering errors. During winter dormancy it should be kept extra dry and will be intolerant of overwatering.

Remember that if kept in a small pot your plant will want more frequent watering.
hardy
to		 30F
exposure Full Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix
fertilizing All Purpose
origin C Mexico
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 17, 21–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Growing Notes

This is an epiphytic cactus, and as such needs extra sharp drainage combined with more summer water.
Since this cactus is grown primarily for its stunning flower display, be sure to give it a regular dosage of all purpose fertilizer with added micronutrients during summer. This will ensure a steady stream of flowers!