Didierea Madagascariensis Madagascar Octopus Cactus Plant - myBageecha

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Didierea Madagascariensis Madagascar Octopus Cactus Plant

Name: Didierea Madagascariensis Madagascar Octopus Cactus Plant
Brand: myBageecha
SKU: MYBG-CACT-DIDI-DIMA
Price: 2540.0 INR
Availability: OutOfStock

SKU: MYBG-CACT-DIDI-DIMA

Pot size: 5"

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Rs.2,540.00

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Delivery time: 3-4 working days

Didierea

Genus

Non Fragrant

Fragrance

Low

Maintenance

Medium

Size

Once a Week

Water Requirement

Yes

With Pots

Outdoor Shade,Outdoor Sun

Sunlight Requirement

Low Maintenance,Outdoor

Use

Product Description

Didierea Badagascariensis is a spiny, succulent thorn-bush tree which can reach 4 to 6 meters,columnar at first, later branching.

Didierea Madagascariensis

Family

Didiereaceae

Origin

South Madagascar

Description

Didierea Badagascariensis is a spiny, succulent thorn-bush tree which can reach 4 to 6 meters,columnar at first, later branching. These hardy drought-resistant plants appear as a spine-encrusted mass of branches. The thin, grayish-green strip-like, dry deciduous leaves are well protected between the large, branched spines. Blooming occurs during the spring and the blossoms are borne at apex of the stem. The flowers are funnel-shaped, pinkish-white with pink stamens and very beautiful. The flowers are inconspicuous and male and female flowers appear on separate plants.

Environment

Use a very draining but rich soil, and not too much sun. Octopus tree can take a good deal of water during active growth and should be watered only when not dormant. Keep mostly dry during its long dormancy in winter

Landscape Use

A very unusual plant for the dry tropical or warm temperate garden.

The easiest to keep alive - Cactus thrive on neglect! Coming from desert climates cactus love sun! However beware of the Indian afternoon sun! Keeping them in extreme heat, especially behind a glass which magnifies the heat can cause the cactus to burn. If you notice the cactus turning brown or yellow on the side facing the sun, try giving it a cooler place to thrive in!

For watering cacti, the golden rule is to make sure the soil is completely dry before watering! This will stop the roots from rotting. It is advised to always use a pot with a drainage hole so that excess water can get drained out. If kept in a sunny area, you will need to water it once every week. If it is in a semi shaded or filtered light area, you might need to water it once in 2 weeks.

Cacti like soil that is well aerated and fast draining. You can fertilise the cactus in the summer months when it is in its growing season. During the winters it is best to cut back on any fertiliser and let the plant rest.