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 Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
- Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
- Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
- $20 fee applies to WA orders.
- $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our contact page
Size: 80mm Pot
