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|genus=Disocactus
|genus=Disocactus
|species=flagelliformis
|species=flagelliformis
|Temp Metric=°F
|common_name=Rat Tail Cactus
|habit=cacti-succulent
|Min ht box=1.2
|Min ht metric=m
|Max ht box=2
|Max ht metric=m
|origin=Highland plateaus of Mexico
|lifespan=perennial
|exposure=part-sun
|water=moist
|features=evergreen, flowers, foliage, houseplant
|flower_season=early spring
|flowers=pink
|Min Temp Num=10
|Temp Metric=°C
|min_zone=10
|max_zone=12
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In the wild '''''Disocactus flagelliformis''' is [[epiphytic]] and so is ideal for hanging baskets. The long slender stems can get to 2.5cm thick and will reach anywhere between 1.2m and 2m in length. During early spring, bright-pink, tubular flowers around 5cm in length are formed on the stems. These flowers will last for a few days.
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==Cultivation==
==Cultivation==
The plant should be planted in loamy soil and always kept moist, even during the winter. During summer months it should be watered generously.
===Propagation===
===Propagation===
As the steams become too long, they can be clipped off and left to dry for a couple of days. They can then be potted up. It is best to root cuttings during early summer.
===Pests and diseases===
===Pests and diseases===
[[Mealybug]] is a serious pest that can cause significant damage to the plant. Treating it with a systemic insecticide should help solve the problem.
==Varieties==
==Varieties==
