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Disocactus nelsonii

Nelson disocactus

An evergreen cactus with main stems to 1.5m in length, bearing arching, flattened lateral branches and fragrant funnel-shaped purplish-pink flowers to 10cm across

Synonyms
Chiapasia nelsonii
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
10–20 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Pink Green
Summer Pink Green
Autumn Green White
Winter Green
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

North–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H1B
Botanical details
Family
Cactaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus

Disocactus are evergreen perennials with cylindrical main stems and flattened side shoots, bearing funnel-shaped, sometimes fragrant flowers on the margins, followed by fleshy white fruits

Name status

Correct

Plant range
S Mexico to Honduras

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow under glass in an acidic, epiphytic cactus compost in bright filtered light with low humidity. Water freely when in growth and apply a dilute fertiliser in spring and late summer. Water sparingly at other times

Propagation

Propagate by seed or softwood cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Patio and container plants
  • Low Maintenance
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to mealybugs

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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