Cactus is a very unique and popular plant. Cactus has many different species, each of which has a different appearance. These plants grow in dry and hot climates and unlike many plants, they do not need much water. By storing water in itself, cactus can survive in drought conditions.
Although cacti love sunlight, many of them can grow indoors. These types of cacti need less light and their size is smaller. For this reason, they will be great as a houseplant.
1. Cactus Optopontia Microdasis (Rabbit Ear Cactus)
The main habitat of this plant is Mexico. This plant has two pads that are shaped like rabbit ears. These pads are covered with brown blades. This plant can grow about 60 to 90 cm. In summer, if this plant is exposed to enough light, it will produce white flowers and purple fruits.
1. Cactus Gimecocalicium
The habitat of this domestic cactus is South America. This plant does not have blades on the flower buds. Depending on the type of cactus, some of them grow in the shade and others in the sunlight.
1. Cactus Mamlaria Haniana (Old Lady Cactus)
The old lady cactus is a prickly cactus in the Mamillaria family, which has 250 species. This plant has tendrils and small pink or purple flowers in spring. The soil of this flower should be a combination of potting soil and sand, and it should be watered every other week.
1. Star Cactus (Astro Phytum Astrisias)
This cactus has a round shape that is divided into 8 parts. The star cactus is covered with white hairs and small white dots. In spring, it produces a yellow flower. This cactus is only 5 to 15 cm in diameter and is suitable for keeping at home.
1. Easter Cactus
This cactus is native to Brazil and flowers in late winter and early spring. Its flowers are white, orange and pale purple. The blades of this plant are stacked on top of each other and give it a unique appearance.
1. Cactus Christmas
Another type of home cactus is the Christmas cactus. This cactus is often confused with the Thanksgiving cactus. The Christmas cactus flowers in late winter. Its flowers are bright red. You can keep Christmas cactus indoors. Do not water this plant too much, because it causes the roots to dry out. This plant can adapt to low light environments, but the flowers adapt to more light.
1. Month Cactus
This cactus, which is also called chin cactus, is available in different sizes, colors and shapes. A popular variety is the Hibutan cactus. The habitat of this plant is South America and it is available in bright red, pink, yellow and orange colors. Place this plant near the window and exposed to light.
