Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering significantly during the cooler, dormant winter months.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Also known as Bottle Cactus · Dancing-Bones · Drunkard's-Dream
Hatiora salicornioides, the Dancing Bones Cactus, is a segmented, epiphytic cactus native to Brazil, ideal for hanging baskets or terrariums.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, filtered light. Protect from intense direct sun, which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-draining cactus or succulent mix
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Ideal temperatures are between 18-25°C during the day, with a cooler period in winter for dormancy.
Indoor, Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season with a diluted cactus fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering significantly during the cooler, dormant winter months.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Prune sparingly to maintain shape or to remove any dead or leggy stems. Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning shears. Pruning can also encourage bushier growth.
Do this in spring or early summer, before the main growing season.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining potting mix. Keep lightly moist and warm until roots form, typically within a few weeks.
New plants can be established quickly.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a cactus or succulent potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Repot in spring, just as new growth begins.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Hatiora |
| Species | Hatiora salicornioides |
Similar in genus Hatiora
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