Gymnocalycium mihanovichii hibotan is known by its common name “Moon Cactus”. The unique cacti lack chlorophyll and, therefore, are so intensely colored. Lack of chlorophyll means that the plant cannot survive independently and the mutant has to be grafted onto another cactus that appears in a globular shape on the top. Belonging to the Cactaceae family, this winter dormant succulent is characterized by a slow growth rate. Its origin can be traced to Argentina. Reluctant to full sun exposure, the cacti require deep shade to grow healthily to their full height of 3 to 5 cm.

Growth Rate

Moon cactus is easy to grow succulent with a slow growth rate.

Flowering

During summer, which is the blooming season, you can see pinkish-white Moon cactus flowers appear.

Watering and Feeding

Moon cactus care and watering needs are minimal, especially in winters. During the rest of the year, ensure to water deeply and then wait before the soil completely dries up.

Soil

The soil to pot Gymnocalycium mihanovichii should be light and fast draining.

Hardiness

The hardiness zone of this succulent is 8 to 11. It is frost-hardy and has a frost tolerance of −6.7 ° C (19.94 ° F).

Light

Moon cacti love warmer temperatures but not the scorching sun. They grow well when sheltered by taller trees in the open. When planted indoors, they need to be placed behind windows with blinds and curtains. Ensure to offer deep shade for their impressive growth.

Propagation

The best time to propagate is spring. Offsets from the plant base should be removed and rooted in a cactus potting soil.

Have a cactus garden? Gymnocalycium mihanovichii hibotan Grafted or Moon Purple is an amazing addition indoors or outdoors.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Blooming Season	Late spring and summer
Common Name	Moon cactus
Dormancy	Winter
Family	Cactaceae
Flower	Yellow
Frost Tolerance	-1°c
Growth Rate	Fast growth
Hardiness Zone	9b to 11b
Height	4-inches
Origin	South american
Pot Size	3.5"
Scientific Name	Gymnocalycium Purple Grafted Mihanovichii Hibotam Moon
Shape	Globose
Sun Exposure	Partial shade