Rat Tail Cactus 4 Cuttings 3-5" (Aporocactus flagelliformis) Trailing Succulent

Rat Tail Cactus (Aporocactus flagelliformis) is a distinctive trailing cactus known for its long, slender stems and bright pink flowers. This ornamental succulent is popular in hanging baskets and containers where its cascading stems create an attractive display.

The plant is valued by cactus collectors for its unusual growth habit and colorful blooms.

🌱 What You’ll Receive

4 Cuttings
3–5 inches long

🌿 Plant Overview

Aporocactus flagelliformis is a trailing cactus native to Mexico. It produces long cylindrical stems covered with fine spines that naturally cascade over the edges of containers.

The plant is commonly grown as an ornamental succulent and is well suited for hanging baskets.

🌸 Characteristics

• Trailing cactus with long slender stems
• Soft fine spines along the stems
• Produces bright pink flowers
• Popular for hanging baskets and containers

🌞 Sunlight

Bright Light to Full Sun

🌱 Soil

Prefers well-draining cactus soil

💧 Water

Low water needs; allow soil to dry between watering

Common Name: Rat Tail Cactus
Scientific Name: Aporocactus flagelliformis
Plant Type: Trailing Cactus
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower Color: Pink
Sunlight: Bright Light to Full Sun
Soil: Well-draining Cactus Soil
Water: Low
USDA Zone: 9–11