Large Peruvian Cactus
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Commonly known as the?Peruvian Apple Cactus. or just the Apple Cactus. this slow-growing succulent?is native to the Andes Mountains in South America.?With its deep green. star-shaped stalk and contrasting red protective spikes. the Peruvian Cactus is sure to bring a desert vibe into your space!
Being that it's from a?high mountain climate. it thrives in warm temperatures. bright indirect sunlight. low humidity. dry soil?and will grow up to 8 ft tall or more?indoors. This makes them great as statement plants in a big bright room with lots of windows or a bright corner near a window!
Lighting
This plant originates from the desert. so naturally they would need some sort of sunlight. Keep it - minimum- indirect bright light.
Watering
Think of a desert. you probably imagine cracking soils right? Mimic that with this plant. it tolerates a lot of drought but at the same time cannot stand too much water (wet feet is a bad feeling)?
Water once every month or so for a peruvian cactus this size. Water only when half of the soil is very very dry.