Fishbone Cactus Plant
Fishbone Cactus (Epiphyllum anguliger) is a cactus growing 1-3 feet tall, hardy in USDA zones 9-11, with slow growth in well-drained, sandy soil, requiring full sun and low moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Cactus
Height
1-2 m
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, sandy
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Mexico, Central America
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
20-30°C
Humidity (%)
60-80%
Potting media
Cactus mix
Fertilizers
Organic compost
Watering
Water sparingly; prefers dry conditions
Plant Weight
1-2 kg
Flowering Time
Fall to Winter
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
0.3 - 0.5
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental use
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Used for ornamental purposes; unique foliage and flowers.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% cactus mix, 25% perlite, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 weeks with a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Mealybugs, Spider Mites, Scale Insects, Aphids.
Improve drainage, reduce watering Wipe with alcohol, neem oil Increase humidity, neem oil Remove by hand, neem oil Insecticidal soap, neem oil
Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Systemic insecticides like imidacloprid, Miticides containing abamectin, Insecticides like acephate.
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Improves indoor air quality by absorbing carbon dioxide at night.
- Some cacti have antioxidant properties, though this species is not widely studied for medicinal use.