Moon Cactus Plant

Moon Cactus Plant: Colourful Grafted Indoor Cactus

Brighten your desk or windowsill with the uniquely charming Moon Cactus! Instantly recognisable by its vibrant, colourful top ball (often red, yellow, or orange) sitting atop a green cactus base, this plant adds a cheerful pop of colour to any Indian home or office space.

Perfect for beginners and busy plant parents, the Moon Cactus is incredibly easy to care for. It thrives on minimal watering and bright, indirect light, making it a delightful, low-maintenance addition that brings lasting desert beauty indoors.

Product Overview:

Introduce a burst of vibrant colour with the fascinating Moon Cactus (Gymnocalycium mihanovichii cultivar). This popular houseplant is actually two cacti grafted together! The colourful top part lacks chlorophyll (the green pigment needed to make food from sunlight), so it's carefully joined onto a hardy green rootstock (usually Hylocereus) which provides nutrients. This unique combination results in a striking, easy-to-care-for plant that's perfect for adding visual interest to small spaces like desktops, shelves, and windowsills in Indian homes. Its compact size and minimal care requirements make it an excellent gift and a favourite among new plant owners.

Product Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Gymnocalycium mihanovichii (coloured scion) grafted onto Hylocereus spp. (green rootstock)
• Common Names: Moon Cactus, Grafted Cactus, Ruby Ball Cactus (for red variety)
• Plant Type: Grafted Cactus
• Scion Colour: Varies (Commonly Red, Yellow, Orange, Pink)
• Mature Size (Typical): Generally remains compact, reaching about 4-8 inches (10-20 cm) in height over time.
• Origin: Cultivars derived from South American species (Scion); Rootstock often from Central/South America.
• Special Feature: Brightly coloured top section grafted onto a green base, very low maintenance.

Care and Tips:

• Light: Needs bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid harsh, direct Indian afternoon sun which can scorch the plant. An east-facing window is often ideal.
• Water: Water sparingly. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water the green base, not the coloured top. Reduce water drastically in winter. Do not overwater.
• Soil: Must have excellent drainage. Use a cactus or succulent-specific potting mix.
• Temperature: Thrives in average Indian room temperatures (18°C - 26°C). Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 10°C.
• Humidity: Tolerates dry air typical of most homes; high humidity is not required.

Technical Details (Plant at Dispatch):

• Pot Size: Delivered in a standard nursery pot, typically 2.5-4 inches (6-10 cm) diameter.
• Plant Height (Incl. Pot): Approx. 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) - Note: Size varies based on specific scion and rootstock growth.
• Pot Dimensions (Approx.): 2.5-4 inches Diameter x 2.5-4 inches Height (6-10 cm D x 6-10 cm H)
• Weight (Plant + Pot + Soil): Approx. 200 - 500 grams (0.2 - 0.5 kg) - Note: Weight varies based on pot size and current soil moisture.