Cereus jamacaru aka Queen Of The Night

Taxonomy

Common names

Queen Of The Night, Cardeiro, Mandacaru Cactus

How to care for Queen Of The Night

Difficulty

Queen Of The Night presents a moderate level of care, which allows plant enthusiasts with some experience to expand their skills and knowledge.

Water

Queen Of The Night does best in dry soil and should only be watered sparingly.

Soil

To ensure the health of your Queen Of The Night, it's crucial to use a potting soil that won't hold too much moisture. A soil that drains well and contains perlite or vermiculite for drainage and organic matter for nutrition is ideal. Adding a few handfuls of perlite to store-bought cactus soil is an easy way to create this type of soil mix.

Lighting

Queen Of The Night thrives in bright and direct sunlight. To ensure your plant receives enough light to survive, place it less than one foot from a window. The current weather in your area may affect the placement in your home. For example, if you live in a region that has longer and more intense periods of sunlight, then you may want to place the plant farther away from the window to avoid direct sunlight and reduce the risk of sunburn. Alternatively, if you live in a region with relatively milder temperatures and less intense sunlight, then you may be able to place the plant closer to the window for increased exposure. Ultimately, the current weather in your area should be taken into consideration when determining the best placement for your Mandacaru Cactus.

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Toxicity

Queen Of The Night is not known to cause harm to humans or pets.

Humidity

Queen Of The Night prefers dry environments, so misting the plant to provide extra humidity and allow water to linger on the leaves can create an ideal environment for fungi that can be harmful.

Fertilizer

The growth rate of Queen Of The Night is slow and it doesn't necessitate additional fertilizing. By changing the soil in its pot annually, the plant should be provided with adequate nutrition. It is crucial to keep in mind that plants derive their energy from the sun, not fertilizers.

Growth-pattern

Queen Of The Night grows vertically and new growth emerges from the top of the plant.

Region of origin

Queen Of The Night’s native range is South America.

Flower

Yes, if you provide it with the correct amount of sunlight and water, you can witness your Queen Of The Night blooming.


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