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Botanical Specifications
☀️ Light Exposure
Bright indirect light
💧 Watering Cadence
When the top 1–2 inches of mix are dry
🌱 Substrate & Soil
Ships in nursery grower’s mix. Repot into a high-aeration potting substrate.
🪴 Grow Pot Size
Arrives in a 4" nursery grow pot.
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Succulent
Boobie Cactus (Myrtillocactus geometrizans)
Succulent
$48.00
About This Botanical
Boobie cactus (Myrtillocactus geometrizans) is a branching, columnar cactus with a bluish tint and a sculptural shape. It is an easy, sun-loving plant that needs little water.
Quick care
- Light: full sun to bright light.
- Water: deeply but rarely, and let the soil dry fully between waterings.
⚡ Quick Facts
At a Glance- • Light: Bright indirect light
- • Water: When the top 1–2 inches of mix are dry
- • Mature size: 4" nursery grow pot; compact tabletop foliage.
- • Pet safety: Check this plant’s species-specific pet-safety guidance before placing it around pets. Verify with our Pet-Safe Checker.
- • Beginner-friendly: Care difficulty varies by plant. Follow the light, watering, and drainage guidance on this page.
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