About
A cactus with slender, pendent or trailing cylindrical stems and funnel-shaped, bright red-purple flowers to 8cm in length from late spring.
About the genus
Disocactus are evergreen perennials with cylindrical main stems and flattened side shoots, bearing funnel-shaped, sometimes fragrant flowers on the margins, followed by fleshy white fruits
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH1C
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent, Houseplants
HabitTrailing
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants
Native toMexico
Care notes
CultivationGrow in an epiphytic cactus compost in bright filtered light. During the growing season water moderately and feed with a high potash liquid fertilizer monthly. Keep just moist at other times of the year
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed sown at 21°C or by stem cuttings
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to scale insects and mealybugs
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free