Ming Thing Catus

Ming Thing Catus Care

Cereus Forbesii Monstrose 'ming Thing'

What is the plant

Ming Thing' exhibits naturally occurring mutant growth, in the form of sculptural club-like shapes of blue-green columnar cactus from Bolivia and Argentina. Woolly areoles and short black spines appear on top of these many bizarre stems. This plant can tolerate somewhat lower lighting than most cacti.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Shade

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
During Spring and Summer, the growing season, water your plant once every 2 to 4 weeks and only when the soil is dry. In Winter, reduce watering to only once a month or even less. Remember this Ming Thing Cactus water care tip: The type of container you choose will affect the drainage and amount of water in the soil.
Pruning
Remove the plant from its container and check the root system. Tease them apart if they are tightly twisted. Prune off any roots that are dead or rotten.
Fertilizer
Only fertilize during Spring and Summer, the growing season. Do not feed your plant in Winter.You can buy a Cactus Fertilizer mix or you can make your own. Nursery fertilizers contain a mix of potassium, nitrogen, and phosphorus.

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Sunlight
Light. As you have seen, the Ming Thing Cactus is a strange plant.
Soil
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Temperature
The Ming Thing Cactus enjoys warm temperatures. Think hot desert! During the day, it is happiest in a temperature range of 70°F to 80°F (21°C to 27°C). It will tolerate slightly cooler temperatures.

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Container
Most plant containers have drainage holes at the base.
Additional
No, it is not toxic. Ming Thing,' a tiny cactus with boundless charm, is becoming extremely popular with indoor gardeners. This pudgy, blue-green plant is a monstrose (aka cristate) form of a tall, columnar species of Cereus cactus
Popularity
41 people already have this plant 14 people have added this plant to their wishlists