
Forest Cactus
Taxonomy
LEPISMIUM BOLIVIANUM
Lepismium
Cactaceae
Caryophyllales

How to care for Forest Cactus
How often to water your Forest Cactus

every 12
Forest Cactus needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
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
Finding light for Forest Cactus in your home

a window
Forest Cactus love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Forest Cactus does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Forest Cactus in your home š”.
How to fertilize Forest Cactus

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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Forest Cactus after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
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I have no idea what this plant is I rescued this guy off the street when it was just a single spear, now Iāll admit it looks incredibly ugly but Iām fond of it. Greg says itās a hylocereus undatus but Iām not quite so sure.
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I got this new epiphytic cactus called āLepismium cruciforme āspiralisāā. Itās not too impressive yet, but I have high hopes! #WhatTheSuccWednesday
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I found this guy at Lowes and it said it was a low light plant but apparently itās not? Wondering where it does best for others, and Iāll take any other care tips. I love the way it trails down! Jungle cacti are the only cacti I can handle š #LepismiumCruciforme
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hurricane cactus help needed I just rescued this hurricane cactus from the discount rack at Loweās, and I have a few questions. it seems really delicate. Iām barely touching it and pieces are like breaking off or weāre already broken off. :( Iāve always wanted one and I thought they were nontoxic, but I am seeing lots of different answers when I google it as to whether itās nontoxic or not? (I have cats that are pretty respectful of my plants but out of caution, I only keep nontoxic plants, and I donāt treat with any systemics or chemicals at all.) if it is indeed toxic, then it needs to go live at my moms. š Does anyone have a soil blend that they like for hurricane cactus? I canāt tell what it came in from Loweās but itās soggy and wet and gross and I want to get it out of that pot as soon as possible and put it into my quarantine greenhouse until I figure out where itās going to live. Has anyone had any success in potting it in Leca or PON? #GregGang #PetsAndPlants #semihydroponics #nontoxic #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #CactusClique #Cactus
Forest Cactus 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.
āļø Sunlight Needs
Forest Cactus requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
š¶ š š¶ Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās 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 atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
š§ Troubleshooting
When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.
Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.
Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.
Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.
Care Summary for Forest Cactus
Forest Cactus
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 12 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
