Skip to content
Now offering free shipping on all orders over $150! See details.
Now offering free shipping on orders over $150!
Moon Cactus Red - 3" Pot

Moon Cactus Red - 3" Pot

Save 25% Save 25%
₹399
₹399 - ₹399
₹399
₹299
₹299 - ₹299
₹299

(MRP Inclusive of all taxes)

Availability:
In stock

Free returns on all eligible orders

You have 30 days to request a return. All sale items are final sale.

  • Vivid red, yellow or pink top
  • Compact, ideal as a gift
  • Easy low-water care
  • Great desk and terrarium plant
  • Striking colour contrast
Shipping information

Shipping ₹79 for entire order

Country of origin: India

Returns & warranty

Use this text to share information about your product.

The Moon Cactus is a colourful grafted novelty made by joining a colourful mutant Gymnocalycium mihanovichii top - lacking green chlorophyll - onto a green columnar rootstock such as Hylocereus that feeds it. The bright red, orange, yellow or pink crown contrasts vividly with the green base, making it a cheerful gift and desk plant. It needs the same gentle cactus care: bright indirect light, gritty soil and sparing water. Because the colourful top cannot photosynthesise, the graft's lifespan is limited, but with good care it stays vibrant for a long time and even produces small flowers.

Specifications

Family Cactaceae
Native region Cultivated graft (top from Paraguay/Argentina species)
Mature height 5-15 cm including rootstock
Mature spread 3-6 cm
Growth rate Slow
Foliage Leafless; coloured globular top on green stock
Flower colour Pink to white (occasional small blooms)
Flower season Spring to summer
Climate zone Indoor; frost-tender

Care guide

Sunlight Bright indirect light; avoid harsh direct sun
Watering Sparingly; soak-and-dry, never let it sit wet
Soil / mix Gritty, fast-draining cactus mix
Temperature 18-30C; keep above 10C
Humidity Low to moderate
Fertilizer Very dilute cactus feed occasionally in summer
Pruning Remove offsets; none otherwise
Repotting Every 2 years in spring, handle gently
Propagation Difficult; re-graft offsets onto rootstock
Pests & problems Mealybugs, rot at the graft union
Toxicity / safety Non-toxic; spines minimal
Difficulty Easy to moderate

Uses

Cheerful desk, windowsill and gift plant; perfect for small pots, terrariums and colourful succulent displays indoors.

Growing tips

In India keep Moon Cactus indoors in bright indirect light; direct afternoon sun fades the colour, and overwatering quickly rots the graft join.

Related categories

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water a Moon Cactus?
Water sparingly, only when the soil is fully dry, about every 10-14 days in warm weather and much less in winter, never letting it stay soggy.
How much light does it need?
Bright indirect light is ideal. Harsh direct sun can fade or scorch the colourful top, while too little light dulls it.
Is the Moon Cactus safe for pets?
Yes, it is non-toxic to cats and dogs, though its small spines can prick, so keep it out of reach.
Why is my Moon Cactus dying or browning at the join?
Browning or softness at the graft union is usually rot from overwatering. Keep the join dry, improve drainage and water only when the soil is dry.
Can I propagate a Moon Cactus?
It is difficult because the colourful top cannot survive alone. You must graft its offsets onto a green rootstock to keep it going.
Why is the colourful top shrinking?
The coloured top can outgrow or weaken the rootstock over time. Ensure the green base is healthy and well-lit so it can feed the graft.
Can I grow it indoors?
Yes, it is an ideal indoor plant for a bright windowsill away from direct midday sun.
Does the Moon Cactus flower?
It can occasionally produce small pink or white flowers in spring or summer, but it is grown mainly for its colourful body.
How long does a Moon Cactus live?
Because the top cannot photosynthesise, its lifespan is limited, but with good light and careful watering it can last several years.
What fertilizer should I use?
Feed a very dilute cactus fertilizer occasionally during summer only; over-fertilising can stress the graft.

Related Category

Cactus Cactus Plants Drought-Tolerant Plants Easy to Grow Plants Hard-to-Kill Plants Low Maintenance Plants Ornamental Plants Plants Plants by Color Plants by Features & Uses Plants by Light Plants by Location Plants by Name Plants by Season Plants by Type Plants for Home Red & Pink Pebbles Succulent Plants Succulent Plants Summer Flowers In India Summer Plants Trending Plants

Warehouse Sale

Our most anticipated sale of discontinued items has finally arrived! While supplies last.

Open Box Deal

Their return, your reward! Starting today, shop new exclusive products for less.

Free Shipping

When you spend $50 or more

Here to Help

Get in touch with us 7 days a week

Store Pickup

Pick up your order yourself, for free

Easy Exchanges

Return or exchange within 60 days