Boobie Cactus
Boobie Cactus
Boobie Cactus
Boobie Cactus
Boobie Cactus

Boobie Cactus

$19.99
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Boobie Cactus is a distinctive, columnar cactus with an unusual, lumpy growth pattern. Its upright stems develop rounded, irregular protrusions that give the plant its characteristic appearance. It is a slow-growing, sculptural plant that makes an eye-catching addition to a bright indoor collection.
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Details & Plant Care

Difficulty:

Easy to Moderate

Water:

Low-Water (Completely Dry)

Humidity:

Average household humidity is generally suitable, and high humidity should be avoided.

Pet Friendly:

Generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. However, the plant has spines, which can cause physical injury if touched or chewed.

Light:

Bright Direct Light

Plant Information

Common Names:

Boobie Cactus, Breast Cactus, Boob Cactus

Scientific Name:

Euphorbia Lactea 'Coral Cactus'

Country Of Origin

The species Myrtillocactus geometrizans is native to central and northern Mexico, where it grows in warm, dry environments.

Growth Rate:

Slow - Moderate

Soil Type:

A very well-draining cactus or succulent mix containing mineral materials such as pumice, perlite, or coarse sand. Use a pot with drainage holes to prevent water retention around the roots.

Fertilize:

Seasonally

Remember to only fertilize during their active growing season.
Care Guide

Common Pests

Mealybugs

Mealybugs

What To Look For: White, cottony or waxy masses on stems, leaf axils, underside of leaves. Sticky honeydew, sooty mold growth, yellowing or dropping leaves.

How To Treat: Use a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol to dab and remove visible bugs. Wash leaves and stems with gentle soapy water. In heavy infestations, consider removing very affected stems/leaves or, in the worst case, replacing the plant.

Scale Insects

Scale Insects

What To Look For: Small oval or round bumps on stems or leaves; they may look like part of the plant. Sticky residue/honeydew, sooty mold. Yellowing leaves, leaf drop, and decline in plant vigour.

How To Treat: Physically scrape or wipe off scale insects when you see them; use your fingernail or a soft brush. Use horticultural/plant-safe oils or insecticidal soap when the crawler stage is active. Re-inspect regularly because scale eggs and crawlers can hide under shells.

Spider Mites

Spider Mites

What To Look For: Very fine webbing under leaves or between stems and leaves (especially in dry indoor air). Leaves may appear stippled (tiny yellow or white dots) or dusty; they may turn yellow, brown or drop. When you tap a leaf onto white paper, you might see tiny moving specks. (Often too small to see easily)

How To Treat: Increase humidity around the plant (since mites thrive in dry air). Spray plant thoroughly (both sides of leaves) with insecticidal soap or a miticide/plant-safe oil; repeat every few days. In heavy infestations, consider removing severely affected sections; isolate the plant.

Fungus Gnats

Fungus Gnats

What To Look For: Small flies hover around the soil surface when you water or disturb the plant. Larvae in soil feeding on root hairs and organic matter may lead to poor growth or young plants dying. Usually in overly moist potting soil or with poor drainage.

How To Treat: Allow the soil surface to dry a bit between watering; reduce over-watering. Use yellow sticky traps to catch adult gnats. Consider repotting into a fresh, well-draining mix and removing excess topsoil debris; you can also use a layer of sand or diatomaceous earth on the soil surface.