Snake Cactus Plant
Peniocereus serpentinus, or Snake Cactus, is a slow-growing cactus, 3-6 ft tall, prefers well-drained sandy soil, full sun, low moisture, not edible, and has no medicinal uses.
Habit
Climbing cactus
Height
50-100 cm
Growth
Slow-growing
Soil
Well-drained, sandy soil
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Americas
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
20-35°C
Humidity (%)
60-80%
Potting media
Loamy, peat
Fertilizers
Organic, low NPK
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
300-500 g
Flowering Time
Summer, Fall
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 7.0
Water Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental, medicinal
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Medicinal, ornamental
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
60% sand, 20% perlite, 20% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize once every 4-6 weeks with cactus-specific fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Black spot, Root rot, Powdery mildew, Scale insects, Anthracnose
Black spots on stems, white powdery coating, wilting, stunted growth
Fungicides, insecticidal soap, horticultural oil
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Contains bioactive compounds that may have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits.
· Some cacti species are used in traditional medicine for digestion and skin health.