Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina'
Taxonomy
Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina'
Cereus
Cactaceae
Caryophyllales
How to care for Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina'
Water
How often to water your Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina'
every 12
Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina' needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Miami, Florida.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
12
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Miami, Florida
49% Low
Growing Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina' in Miami right now
Plant growth potential is currently medium 👌
January 24th, 2022
Sunlight energy as measured by “net radiation” in Miami is currently medium 👌.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determining…
Sunlight will increase by 16.3% ☀️
January 25th, 2022
Miami is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Miami is expected to increase by 16.3% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 12.5 megajoules of energy per m2 per d…
Daylight will increase by 0.5 hours 📈
January 24th, 2022
This month, Miami is getting an average of 7.5 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 4.4% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.9 total hours of daylig…
Finding light for Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina' in your home
a window
Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Miami, Florida ⛅.
Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina'
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
When to repot Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina'
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ⏳
January 21st, 2022
The growing potential in Miami is low 📉.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to repot p…
FAQs
Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina' thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina' requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina' grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Care Summary for Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina'
Cereus peruvianus 'Paolina'
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 12 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Miami, Florida, the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
