aporocactus
flagelliformis
flagelliformis
Care level
Easy
Popularity
Niche
This trailing cactus produces long, snake-like stems that cascade gracefully from hanging baskets, creating living waterfalls of spiny ropes. In spring, it puts on a spectacular show with dozens of bright pink to red tubular flowers that emerge along its stems like tiny fireworks.
Care & maintenance
Light
Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.
Temperature
Wide range (50°F - 95°F)
Fertilization frequency
Low
Once per season.
Soil
Choose a Cactus mix: A gritty, fast-draining mix that prevents water retention. Replicates the sandy, rocky soils of arid regions.
If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:
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Pot
Wide/Shallow
Prefer a pot that is wider than it is deep.
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Features
Size & growth
Medium
Trailing
Slow growth
This plant grows slowly. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.
It spreads horizontally, often along the ground.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & not self-pollinating
The aporocactus flagelliformis can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.