Water
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Harrisia bonplandii is drought-tolerant and prone to root rot if overwatered.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy to mimic its natural arid conditions.
Also known as Giant Red Dragon Apple Cactus · Queen Of The Night Cactus
Harrisia bonplandii is a sprawling, vining cactus native to South America, known for its attractive white flowers and edible fruit.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to bright indirect light
100% intensity
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth
Allow to dry out between waterings
25% intensity
Drought-tolerant, avoid overwatering
Sandy, Well-draining
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers 20-25°C during the day, cooler at night, avoid frost
Sparse feeding during growing season
25% intensity
Use diluted cactus fertilizer once a month in spring/summer
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
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Harrisia bonplandii is drought-tolerant and prone to root rot if overwatered.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy to mimic its natural arid conditions.
Pruning is generally minimal. Remove any dead, damaged, or diseased stems to maintain plant health and shape. You can also prune to control size or encourage branching. Use clean, sharp tools to prevent disease spread.
Harrisia bonplandii is easily propagated from stem cuttings. Allow cut ends to callus over for a few days before planting in well-draining cactus soil. Roots typically form within a few weeks in warm conditions.
Repot young plants annually or every two years, and mature plants every three to four years. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the previous one with ample drainage holes. Repot in spring before new growth begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Harrisia Bonplandii (Harrisia bonplandii)
Where Harrisia Bonplandii (Harrisia bonplandii) 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 | Harrisia |
| Species | Harrisia bonplandii |
Similar in genus Harrisia
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