Martin's Applecactus (Harrisia Martinii) is a perennial cactus in the Cactaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Harrisia martinii is a spiny, evergreen, much branched, clambering cactus with stems up to 2 meters or more long and 20-25 mm in diameter.

Martin's Applecactus

Martin's Applecactus

Harrisia Martinii

Harrisia martinii is a spiny, evergreen, much branched, clambering cactus with stems up to 2 meters or more long and 20-25 mm in diameter.

Quick Facts

Type
cactus
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Martin's Applecactus

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Expert Care Tips

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Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Martin's Applecactus
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Taxonomy

Family:Cactaceae
Genus:Harrisia