How to Propagate Fishbone Cactus
Disocactus anguliger · Also called Zig Zag Cactus
| Methods | Stem cutting |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Best season | Spring–summer |
| Time to root | 2–4 weeks |
| Group | Cactus |
Another spineless jungle cactus, easy to root from a segment. Cut at a natural notch in the zigzag stem, let it callus, then plant.
Stem cutting
- Cut a 4–6 inch segment at a natural notch in the stem.
- Let callus 3–4 days.
- Insert an inch into slightly moist cactus mix.
When to propagate
Spring and summer.
Common problems
Cutting rotted. Didn’t callus long enough.
Questions people ask
Is it related to Christmas cactus? Not closely, but it shares similar jungle-cactus care and propagation, including its lack of spines.
Related
Succulents & cacti hub · Similar plants: Rat Tail Cactus, Christmas Cactus