Moon Cactus Plant
Moon Cactus (Gymnocalycium mihanovichii) 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
0.2-0.3 meters
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, sandy soil
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
South America
Climatic Condition
Semi-arid, warm
Temperature (°)
20-30
Humidity (%)
30-50
Potting media
Cactus mix or sandy soil
Fertilizers
Nitrogen-rich
Watering
Low
Plant Weight
50-100 grams
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
5.5-6.5
Water Ph level
6.0-6.5
Soil EC
0.2-0.3 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
Low
NPK ratio
5:10:10
life Span
2-3 years
Health Benefits
Used as ornamental, purifies air, promotes relaxation
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% sand, 30% perlite, 20% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4 weeks with a diluted cactus fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Root Rot, Fungal Infections, Stem Rot, Aphids, Mealybugs
Symptoms
Soft, mushy roots, wilting, black spots, sticky residue
Organic Remedies
Improve soil drainage, remove affected parts, use neem oil
In-Organic Remedies
Fungicides, systemic insecticides