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Plant Description:

Common Name- Moon Cactus

Scientific Name- Gymnocalycium mihanovichi

Family- Cactaceae

Origin- South America

The Moon Cactus is a unique and colorful cactus variety that is actually a grafted plant. It features a small, colorful, and spineless cactus grafted onto a rootstock cactus. The vibrant, dome-shaped top cactus comes in various shades like red, orange, yellow, or pink, creating a striking contrast against the green or brown rootstock. Moon Cacti are popular for their eye-catching appearance.

Growing Conditions-

1.Soil- Moon Cacti Cactus prefers well-drained soil. A cactus-specific or succulent potting mix is suitable, a regular potting soil with perlite, vermiculite, sand or  pumice can be used for Moon Cactus.

2.Watering- Moon Cacti have low to moderate water requirements. Water the cactus thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so it's crucial to ensure proper drainage.

3.Temperature- Moon Cacti prefer warm temperatures ranging from 18°C-29°C. They are not frost-tolerant, so protect them from freezing temperatures.

 4.Humidity- Moon Cacti prefers low humidity levels like most other cactus.

 5.Light Requirements- Moon Cacti need bright, indirect sunlight to thrive. It does not like direct sunlight like many other cactus. They prefers several hours of bright, indirect light each day. Avoid exposing them to intense, direct sunlight as it will lead to discolour the colourful grafted cactus.

6.Fertilization- Fertilize Moon Cacti during the growing season (April to September) with a balanced, diluted cactus fertilizer once in a month.

7.Flowering- Moon cactus can occasionally blooms. Wild moon can produce pink flowers.

8.Important Diseases- The most common disease is root rot which occurs mainly due to overwatering and poorly drained potting mix/soil. Root rot is identified by brown, mushy roots. To manage the disease maintain proper watering schedule and use well drained potting mix for growing of the plant.

Fungal Diseases- Moon Cacti can be susceptible to fungal infections, such as powdery mildew or stem rot. These diseases often occur in humid or excessively moist conditions and can cause discoloration, wilting, and decay.

9.Important Pests- Moon cactus is occasionally affected by some common insects like mealy bugs or scale. Otherwise it is almost insect free.

10.Pruning- Moon cactus does not require pruning. Pruning is done if the lower rootstock portion sends out side shoots.

11.Propagation- Propagating Moon Cacti can be difficult because they are grafted plants. One way is by separating small offsets that grow around the base of the main plant. Another method involves grafting a piece of the colorful top cactus onto a different cactus as the rootstock.

12.Graft Care- Since Moon Cacti are grafted plants, it's important to monitor the graft union (the area where the top cactus is attached to the rootstock). Ensure the union remains healthy.