Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the soil to dry out more between waterings.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Also known as Christmas Cactus · Fireworks · Orchid Cactus
Disocactus ackermannii, a epiphytic cactus native to Mexico, features flat, segmented stems and stunning bright pink to crimson flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, filtered light; avoid direct hot sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings, reduce in winter.
Well-draining cactus or succulent mix
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Ideal temperatures are 18-24°C; protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season, use diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
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 in winter, allowing the soil to dry out more between waterings.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Prune to maintain shape and size, or to remove any damaged or dead stems. Pruning can also encourage branching and more profuse flowering. Make clean cuts just above a leaf node. Best done after flowering has finished.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take cuttings of 10-15 cm length and allow them to callus for a few days before planting in a well-draining potting mix. Rooting typically occurs within 4-6 weeks in warm conditions.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix. Repotting is best done in spring before the active growing season begins.
Choose a pot only slightly larger than the previous one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Disocactus Ackermannii (Disocactus ackermannii)
Where Disocactus Ackermannii (Disocactus ackermannii) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Disocactus |
| Species | Disocactus ackermannii |
Similar in genus Disocactus
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