Boobie Cactus 4"

The “boobie cactus” is a nickname often used for the Myrtillocactus geometrizans ‘Fukurokuryuzinboku,’ a rare and fun-looking cactus with curvy, breast-like protrusions. It’s a slow grower and highly sought after. Here’s how to care for it:

Light:

• Loves bright light. Give it full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
• Indoors, place it in your sunniest window (south or west-facing is ideal).

Water:

• Water sparingly. Let the soil dry out completely between waterings.
• In spring/summer (growing season): water once when soil is 75%-100% dry
• In fall/winter (dormant season): water only once a month or less.

Soil:

• Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix.
• You can also make your own with potting soil, perlite, and coarse sand (1:1:1 ratio).

Pot:

• Terracotta pots are great because they help absorb excess moisture.

Temperature:

• Prefers warm temps (65–90°F).
• Protect from frost — bring indoors if temps drop below 50°F

Fertilizer:

• Feed with a diluted cactus fertilizer during growing season (spring/summer), once a month.

Propagation:

• Usually propagated by cuttings, though it’s slow. Let cuttings callous over for a few days before planting.