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Image shows the splendid looking flower of the Dispcactis ackermannii or
Strap Cactus or Orchid Cactus |
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Disocactus ackermannii
(Strap Cactus, Orchid Cactus) |
Family: Cactaceae
Origin: Mexico
Light:
Light shade
Height: 6"-12"
Spread: 6"-9"
Blooms: June-July, 3", gorgeous, red
Fruit: Berry, with bristles
Stems: Leaf-like, has
tiny spiny hairs
Soil pH: 5.6 - 7.5
Water: Regular
Propagation: Woody stem cuttings
USDA Hardiness Zones : 8b-11
Caution: Leaves have fine thorns, wear gloves
Comments: Disocactis ackermannii or Strap Cactus or Orchid Cactus
is a magnificent cactus with a very slow growth rate. It can
tolerate some sun or filtered shade. Strap Cactus has strikingly beautiful
red blooms. Dispcactis ackermannii spreads by aerial roots. It
cannot tolerate frsot. Orchid Cactus makes a great indoor plant. |
