hatiora
gaertneri
gaertneri
Care level
Medium
Popularity
Niche
This charming cactus puts on a spectacular spring show with vibrant red-pink star-shaped flowers that completely cover its stems, creating a dazzling fireworks display. Unlike its spiky cousins, its stems are smooth and rounded, growing in graceful arching segments that cascade beautifully over pot edges.
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 - 80.6°F)
Fertilization frequency
Moderate
Monthly during the growing period.
Soil
Choose a Succulent and cactus mix: A well-draining blend with coarse texture. Promotes root health by preventing water-logging and mimicking arid natural habitats.
If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:
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Pot
Standard size
Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.
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Features
Size & growth
Small
Trailing
Slow growth
This plant grows slowly. It can reach up to 12 inches 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 hatiora gaertneri 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.