Fish bone cactus
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🌿 About This Plant
Plant Information
- Common Name Fish bone cactus
- Scientific Name Epiphyllum anguliger
- Category cactus, indoorplant
- Mature Size Trailing stems can reach about 60–120 cm
- Growth Rate Moderate
🌱 How to Care for This Plant
Simple and practical care information from Chaka Plants.
Bright, indirect light to partial sun
once a week
Moderate
moderate to high humidity
Basic Care
The most important daily care requirements for healthy growth.
☀️ Light Requirement
Bright, indirect light to partial sun
💧 Watering Frequency
once a week
🚿 Practical Watering Instructions
Water when the top 3–5 cm of soil feels dry. Water thoroughly and allow excess water to drain
🏡 Best Placement
Place near a bright window, in a hanging basket, covered balcony or shaded outdoor area
Soil & Nutrition
The right soil and feeding routine can help your plant grow stronger.
🪴 Soil Type
Loose, airy and very well-drained cactus or succulent mix
🌿 Fertilizer
Balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength
🌍 Soil Requirements
The mix should drain quickly while retaining a small amount of moisture
🍃 Feeding Instructions
Feed every 4–6 weeks during active growth. Reduce feeding during cooler periods
Growth & Behavior
Learn how this plant grows and what to expect as it matures.
⚡ Growth Rate
Moderate
📏 Mature Size
Trailing stems can reach about 60–120 cm
🌿 Plant Behavior
Produces long, flat, zigzag stems that trail or cascade. Mature plants can produce large, fragrant flowers
Environment & Climate
The environmental conditions where this plant can grow best.
🌍 Agro Ecology
Best suited to warm tropical and subtropical environments
💦 Humidity
moderate to high humidity
Maintenance
Simple maintenance practices to keep your plant healthy and attractive.
✂️ Pruning
Trim long or damaged stems to maintain shape and encourage branching
🧹 General Maintenance
Remove dead sections and keep the plant clean and well ventilated
🪴 Repotting
Repot every 2–3 years or when roots become crowded. Use a pot with drainage holes
Propagation
Ways this plant can be propagated or multiplied.
Easily propagated from healthy stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to dry briefly before planting
Best Suitable For
This plant is especially suitable for the following places and uses.
Problems & Treatment
Common problems and practical ways to protect the plant.
💊 Recommended Treatment
Soft or rotting stems usually indicate overwatering. Wrinkled stems can indicate prolonged dryness. Improve drainage and adjust watering.
✅ What You Should Do
- Give bright filtered light
- Use fast-draining soil
- Water after soil dries
- Provide good airflow
- Remove damaged stems
❌ What You Should Avoid
- Do not overwater
- Do not use heavy soil
- Do not leave roots in standing water
- Do not expose it to harsh afternoon sun
Our Recommendation
Let the zigzag stems dry slightly between watering—this cactus loves drainage more than water. 🌵
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