Cereus forbesii 'Tiny Tot' (WA Prohibited)
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WA Restricted - Cannot be shipped to Western Australia.
Cereus forbesii 'Tiny Tot', also known by its synonym Cereus comarapanus, is an exceptionally compact cultivar of this South American cactus species. Native to regions of Bolivia and Argentina, this variety is treasured for its architectural miniature form.
Distinctive Features
- Miniature Habit: A naturally dwarf cultivar, maintaining a tight, columnar silhouette that rarely deviates from its vertical poise.
- Glaucous Stems: Smooth, blue-green ribs that develop a subtle bloom under high light, creating a soft matte finish.
Care Tips
- Light: Requires full sun or bright filtered light to encourage strong, compact growth.
- Water: Allow the soil to fully dry between waterings; overwatering is a common risk with compact cultivars.
- Humidity: Prefers low to moderate humidity; excessive moisture can invite rot.
- Media: Plant in a gritty, well-draining cactus mix-ideally with added pumice or perlite.
- Temperature: Best kept between 18-30°C; not frost-tolerant, so protect in winter months.
- Fertiliser: Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted cactus-specific fertiliser.
- Repotting: Due to its slow growth, repotting is rarely needed-only when visibly root-bound.
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are dispatched on a rolling basis.
Most orders ship within 3–5 business days, depending on biosecurity processing, weather, and order size.
Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only.
Biosecurity Fees:
- WA & TAS: $20 per order
- NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and cover mandatory plant health certification.
Important:
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Size: 66mm Pot - A Size