Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | Pink | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H1BBotanical details
- Family
- Cactaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Pendulous weeping
- Genus
Hatiora are branching cacti with usually segmented, erect or arching stems and funnel-shaped flowers arising from the tips of the segments
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Brazil
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in cactus compost in bright filtered or indirect light with high humidity. When in growth, water moderately, mist daily with soft water, and apply a half-strength, low-nitrogen liquid fertiliser monthly. Keep just moist in winter until flowerbuds develop, then increase water slightly
Propagation
Propagate by sowing seed at 21-24°C in spring; take stem cuttings in spring or summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- hanging basket
- Houseplants
- Patio and container plants
- Sub-tropical
- Low Maintenance
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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