Moon cactus
Gymnocalycium mihanovichii · Chin Cacti · Cactus family
Also known as: Ruby Ball Cactus · Hibotan Cactus
Easy3–10cmPet-friendly
Moon cactus care at a glance
Moon cactus (Gymnocalycium mihanovichii) needs little water and prefers to grow in sun to partial shade. Ideal temperature: 20–30 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Sun to part shade
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 20–30 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Moon cactus
Possible pests on Moon cactus include Mealybugs, Scale insects, Spider mites and Aphids. A common disease is Root rot. Moon cactus is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Mealybugs Medium
- Scale insects Medium
- Spider mites Medium
- Aphids Low
Disease
- Root rot High
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Frequently asked questions about Moon cactus
- Which pests affect Moon cactus?
- Possible pests on Moon cactus include Mealybugs, Scale insects, Spider mites and Aphids.
- Which diseases affect Moon cactus?
- A common disease is Root rot.
- Is Moon cactus toxic to cats and dogs?
- Moon cactus is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Moon cactus need?
- Moon cactus has a low water requirement.
- What light does Moon cactus need?
- Moon cactus prefers to grow in sun to partial shade.
- Is Moon cactus frost-hardy?
- Moon cactus is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 10 °C.