About
A densely branched bushy cactus to 40cm, the stems formed of slender bottle-shaped segments, and bearing funnel-shaped orange-yellow flowers 12mm in length at the tips.
About the genus
Hatiora are branching cacti with usually segmented, erect or arching stems and funnel-shaped flowers arising from the tips of the segments
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH1B
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens
Native toE & S Brazil
Care notes
CultivationGrow in an epiphytic cactus compost with high humidity. Mist daily. Water moderately when in growth and keep dry in winter. Apply a half strength liquid fertiliser monthly during the growing season
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed or root cuttings taken in spring or summer
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to mealybugs and aphids
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free