The Cereus forbesii is native to South America. The spiralled Cereus is such an amazing cactus with a tall, twisted, blue green column covered in spikes. Each one is individual as they grow naturally in the spiral and are not trained into shape.
Just so, how do you take care of a spiral cactus?
Thrives in a rich, organic, well-drained soil mix. Water: Water regularly during the growing season, but water sparingly during fall and winter when the plant is dormant. Allow the top of the soil to dry out slightly before watering again.
Correspondingly, why is my cactus spiraling?
THE spiral patterns of growth seen in many plants, such as cacti and sunflowers, follow a precise mathematical sequence, but just why they do has always been a mystery. Now the problem has been solved: these patterns minimise the amount of mechanical stress in a growing plant. The spirals are easy to spot.
How do I look after my cereus cactus?
The Cereus Cactus appreciates a warm, dry environment with minimal water, and plenty of light. This desert beauty will thrive in high light conditions, so placing it in a window where it will receive direct sunlight is ideal — preferably a southern or western facing window, as they are typically the brightest.
How do you take care of a desert plant?
Keep soil moderately moist in spring and summer, but reduce watering in fall and especially winter when the plant is dormant. Fertilize with a dilution by half of a 20-20-20 liquid plant food once per month when the plant is actively growing. Do not feed the desert rose during winter.
Why is my cactus a weird shape?
Its etiolated . The stretched out growth is the result of a lot of water, and not enough light. It cannot grow back to normal, however, with a lot more light you may get it only have a thin ring on the stem and thats it.
