Last updated on December 11th, 2024 at 07:29 am
The Road Kill Cactus. (Consolea Rubescens). Flat paddle cactus that resembles something that was flattened by an 18-wheeler on a lonely desert road. But it is a cool-looking cactus that will look good in your indoor cactus collection. Unlike most desert cacti this one likes more water than others. It also likes humidity especially if it is in a container. Make sure the soil dries before watering again typically about every 14 days or so… and water deeply.
The Road Kill Cactus Plant
It is a spineless cactus, if planted outdoors where it does not freeze it will grow up to 15-20 ft. tall. However, most folks use this plant as an indoor plant. Easy to care for and little maintenance. Don’t use regular indoor plant fertilizer here—it’s not suited for succulents. Like most succulents and cacti, it does better with cactus juice instead, which contains the specific nutrients these plants thrive on.
Road Kill Cactus thrives in bright, direct sunlight outside and needs lots of sunlight indoors too.. Be sure to use cactus soil if you will be re-potting in a larger container.
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