Aporocactus flagelliformis (syn. Disocactus) - Rat Tail Cactus - Mistletoe Cactus
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Aporocactus flagelliformis (syn. Disocactus), commonly called the Rat’s Tail Cactus, is a captivating epiphytic cactus native to Mexico and Central America. Its long, trailing stems and vivid pink blooms make it a popular choice for hanging baskets and decorative displays. This resilient species thrives in well-draining soil and bright conditions, producing stunning floral displays in spring and summer.
Distinctive Features
- Trailing stems: Slender, cylindrical stems grow up to 1.5 metres long, covered in short golden spines.
- Vibrant blooms: Large, tubular pink to magenta flowers emerge along the length of the stems in spring and summer.
- Epiphytic nature: Naturally grows in rock crevices and tree branches, making it well-suited for mounted or hanging arrangements.
Care Tips
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; tolerates some direct sun.
- Water: Water moderately during the growing season; reduce watering in winter.
- Humidity: Adapts to moderate humidity; benefits from occasional misting in dry environments.
- Temperature: Thrives between 10-25°C; protect from frost.
- Fertiliser: Use a diluted cactus fertiliser monthly during active growth.
- Potting: Plant in a well-draining mix, ideally a blend of cactus soil and organic matter.
- Propagation: Easily propagated through stem cuttings left to callous before planting.
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.
VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.
WA, TAS & NT: Thursday 11:59 pm cut-off for Friday treatment. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 10 working days for treatment, certification and processing.
Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.
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Biosecurity Fees:
- WA & TAS: $20 per order
- NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and help cover mandatory plant treatment and health certification.
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Size: 80mm Pot
