Dinosaur Back Plant
Dinosaur Back Plant (Myrtillocactus geometrizans) is a succulent 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
Succulent
Height
30 to 90 cm
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, organic-rich
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
New Zealand
Climatic Condition
Tropical, humid
Temperature (°)
18 to 30
Humidity (%)
60 to 90
Potting media
Peat-based mix
Fertilizers
Organic fertilizers
Watering
Regular misting
Plant Weight
100 to 500 g
Flowering Time
Non-flowering
Soil Ph level
5.5 to 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.3 to 1.0
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
air purifier
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat moss, 30% perlite, 20% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Spider Mites
Symptoms
Wilting, brown spots, white powder, webbing
Organic Remedies
Prune affected parts, use neem oil, improve air circulation
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Primarily an ornamental plant, but some cacti like this contain beneficial compounds with mild anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
- Used in traditional medicine for wound healing and hydration.