How to Care for Disocactus ackermannii (Rabbit Ear Cactus)

Korean name: 공작선인장

Disocactus ackermannii is a cactus known for its unique flat stems and beautiful red or orange flowers. It grows in a trailing manner and can spread widely as it matures. Suitable for indoor cultivation, it requires bright indirect light.

Key facts

• Category: Cactus
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Mexico
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.
• Traits: cactus, trailing, bright flowers, indoor-friendly, medium difficulty
• Also known as: Rabbit Ear Cactus, Disocactus Ackermannii

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining cactus soil.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply diluted cactus fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Disocactus ackermannii?

Water thoroughly when the soil is dry. Roughly every 14 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Disocactus ackermannii?

It likes Prefers bright, indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining cactus soil..

Is Disocactus ackermannii safe around pets?

No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.

Is Disocactus ackermannii good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.. Fertilise Apply diluted cactus fertilizer once a month during the growing season..