An easy to grow, prickly plant known for its long, cascading shape with white, fuzzy hair-like spines. Ideal as hanging plants or trailing from a shelf, the stems will drape over the edges of their pot.
Vibrant, red flowers will sprout throughout the entire growing season. Unlike other cacti that just give you one flower or require perfect growing conditions to bloom, this cactus will reward you with endless blooms with very little work on your part. Grow in a bright light position in a cactus/succulent potting mix.
Water when the soil has totally dries out. Keep the soil even drier during late autumn and winter when a Monkey Cactus needs to “rest” for a few months - this dormant period is necessary for it to bloom well.
It’s hard to believe, but a Monkey Tail Cactus can survive temperatures below freezing.
Unlike many types of cactus, Monkey’s Tail Cactus is not edible. Its flesh is toxic.