Fishbone Cactus
Common Name(s)
ZigZag Cactus, RicRac Catus
Latin Name
Epiphyllum anguliger
Care Level
Perfect For Beginners
Light
Bright indirect light is great for this cactus, it can handle some period of direct sun.
Water
Like most cacti, the fishbone cactus does best when allowed to dry out between watering. During winter, reduce watering significantly only watering a small amount once a month if in brighter light conditions.
Humidity
Average home humidity is fine for these guys
Temperature
This plant requires warm temperatures of 18°-25°C.
Fertiliser
You can use diluted cacti fertiliser once a month or during the summer months. Too much plant food causes excess salt build up in the soil that can result in damage to the plant so take care with this.
Toxicity
This cactus is pet friendly
How can I propagate my plant?
Take a fresh cutting and let it callus for a few days. Insert the callused end into a cactus mix. Provide light moisture and medium light when growing Fishbone cactus stems. Soon you will have new plants to spread to your gardening family.
Is it normal for these plants to flower?
These plants can flower and will do so in the autumn months. Flowers only come out after dark and last for a single night, very dramatic! Like most houseplants outside of their native environment, these plants are most likely to flower when stressed, so allow plants to become potbound if you desire flowers.
