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Rat Tail Cactus - Ready For Hanging Basket 3.5" Pot - Very Long Flowering Size

Rat Tail Cactus - Ready For Hanging Basket 3.5" Pot - Very Long Flowering Size

Regular price $36.99 USD
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Name: Rattail Cactus
Scientific Name: Aporocactus flagelliformis
Family: Cactaceae

Product Description:
Rattail cactus grow profuse and long stems that love to hang over the edge of baskets, and when happy will be loaded with blooms from top to bottom. The stems are covered in spines like many cactus but they are short and bristle like. The stem can take on a reddish color depending on temperature and lighting conditions and makes an attractive houseplant.

Origination: Hidalgo, Mexico
Historic Uses: Ornamental
Height: Trails several feet
Hardiness: USDA Zones 10-11
Flower Color: Pink to crimson
Other Names: Disocactus flagelliformis, Whip Cactus, Snake Cactus

Growing Instructions:
Full sun, low water 
Bright direct sunlight works great for indoor locations, and full or filtered sunlight is perfect for growing outdoors. A light well-draining soil does best; Allowing the soil to completely dry out between watering avoids over-watering and symptoms of root rot. Avoid freezing temperatures, anything near 32°F (0°C) is detrimental. Cuttings can easily be re-rooted. Half strength fertilizer.

Ships in 3.5" pots. You will receive a plant similar to the ones pictured, though size and fullness may vary. Please understand that shipped plants have bumpy rides. A few broken leaves or small stems are normal during shipping and are not considered damage. Broken stems can be rooted once the cut end dries to start new growth. Plants may arrive semi‑dormant, and in winter they may naturally drop a few leaves. If your plant arrives rotting or dead, we will replace it. Please contact us with photo proof within 24 hours of delivery. After 24 hours, plant care becomes the buyer’s responsibility, though we’re always happy to answer questions and help you succeed. We also add brief instructions on getting started when you open your box. We want our plant babies to have happy new homes! 🥰

 

Heat packs are available to purchase in our shop for cold-sensitive plants. Keep in mind some plants we carry are very tropical and even cold, not freezing, temperatures can kill them. 📌IF YOU EXPECT COLD WEATHER, PLEASE PURCHASE A HEAT PACK! 📌 These are necessary for winter shipping, so I sell them at cost. I won't refund or replace any frozen plants unless you buy one!


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Items cannot be shipped to CALIFORNIA or ARIZONA easily due to state import laws. All plants shipped there must be inspected before entry. Seed-grown herbaceous plants may not survive transit. I cannot guarantee herbaceous plant orders from these states, so order at your own risk. Hoyas, cacti, and succulents are an exception. My apologies for any inconvenience.

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