Gymnocalycium mihanovichii - Grafted Moon Cactus [purple] [large]

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Purple Grafted Moon Cactus (Gymnocalycium mihanovichii and Hylocereus): Grafted cactus about 3.0" tall with a dark purple G. mihanovichii atop green Hylocereus root stock. The mutant cacti on top have no chlorophyll which exposes the purple pigmentation. Since chlorophyll is necessary for photosynthesis, these cactus can only survive because they are grafted onto a Hylocereus cactus with normal chlorophyll. This plant is fully rooted in a 3.0" round, plastic pot.

This cactus variety will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures it can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. Cactus need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 70% to 80% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply and wait for the soil to completely dry out before watering again.

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Product Size

3.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Purple / Black

All Seasonal Colors

Green

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light, Full Sun

Growth Habit / Shape

Vertical Grower / Tall Stem

Special Characteristic

Slow Grower, Variegated

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

10

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