Pereskia spathulata

Leafy Cactus

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A rare leafy cactus native to Brazil, featuring thick green leaves and thorny stems. It blooms with pink or red fragrant flowers in spring, requiring bright light for optimal growth.
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Plant Details

Common Name Leafy Cactus
Family Cactaceae
Genus Pereskia
Species Spathulata
Origin Brazil
Blooming Pink to red fragrant flowers, typically spring to early summer.
Leaf Color Dark green to grey-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus mix with perlite and pumice, high mineral content

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Watering

Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; reduce significantly in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Requires bright indirect to direct sunlight; prevent leaf scorch in peak summer heat indoors

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Fertilization

Apply diluted cactus fertilizer monthly during growing season (Spring-Summer)

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
5000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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