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Every plant is carefully packed by our small, plant-loving Bristol team using protective, mostly plastic-free packaging.
Occasionally, you may find reused bubble wrap – this has been donated to us, and we encourage you to reuse it too.
Orders are usually packed and dispatched within 2–4 working days. We may occasionally delay dispatch during periods of extreme weather to protect your plants. We always prioritise plant health over speed of delivery.
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⭐️ Product Description
Scientific Name Chamaecereus silvestrii (Woodland plant like a candle from the ground)
Common Name Peanut Cactus
Origin Originates in Northwestern Argentina and Bolivia
Description In its native South America, the Peanut Cactus grows in mats on the ground, spreading and trailing as large as a foot wide! Our specimens are babies, and will grow only a few centimetres per year at most; at this size you can still see where they get their common name from. Like many desert cacti, the Peanut Cactus will appreciate your sunniest windowsill and needs its soil to dry out totally between waters. When watering, think about giving it a big shower after months of drought- this is the environment this plant has adapted to! Light Thrives best in bright light; will love your brightest windowsill (try South-facing if in doubt!). Water Allow all the soil to dry out between watering; if the plant becomes crispy it may have too much sun and too little water; if it starts to grow mushy or rot at the roots, likely too much water and too little sun.
Humidity Low humidity is perfect for cacti; a hose down to clean now and again is fine as long as the plant dries and doesn't sit damp. Soil Needs a well-draining pot and potting mix; look for specific 'cacti and succulent' soils with plenty of sand and other well-draining materials. Only repot if absolutely necessary: use the next size pot up, repot in the spring, and no more frequently than every three years.
Food Feed every two months in the growing season, and every three in autumn and winter. Use 'cactus' labelled feed. Temperature Likes temperatures of 10-28°C; on the warmer end in spring-summer and preferably around 12°C in its autumn-winter dormancy period.
Pet-safe These plants are not toxic but the more spiky varieties can hurt pets and small humans
Sprouts Top Tips Sunlight gets a lot less intense when it passes through a window, so make sure you put your cactus in the sunniest spot you have- South or Southwest facing will be your best bet. They are not too sensitive to temperature but be aware that, in cooler weather, the soil will dry out slower- so water less frequently in autumn and winter!
Add a Pot & Care Essentials
Most customers add a pot or soil when purchasing this plant.
Sprouts of Bristol is expanding with the launch of Sprouts HQ – a new South Bristol premises that will house a dedicated packing space for online orders, an office, studio, and more room for rare and exciting plants. While the Kingsdown shop remains open as usual, the new HQ allows Sprouts to grow behind the scenes and offer even better service both in-store and online. This blog post shares the story behind the move, what customers can expect, and how to keep supporting this independent plant shop through the transition.
Join Sprouts of Bristol for terrarium, kokedama, and Christmas wreath workshops this autumn–winter. Creative, plant-filled fun in the heart of Bristol!
