This is a live plant of RAJ GARDEN PLANTS Dancing Bones Cactus Plant, Hatiora Salicornioides, Drunkard’s Dream, Spice Cactus, Bottle Cactus The Dancing Bones Cactus (Hatiora salicornioides), also known as Drunkard's Dream or Spice Cactus, is a unique and fascinating cactus species. Native to Brazil, it belongs to the Cactaceae family and is a epiphytic or lithophytic plant, meaning it can grow on trees or rocks in its natural habitat. The cactus gets its common name "Dancing Bones" from its long, tubular, jointed stems that resemble a chain of bones or beads. Dancing Bones Cactus is a popular ornamental houseplant, prized for its unusual appearance and easy care requirements. It prefers bright, indirect light and can tolerate some morning or evening sunlight, but it should be protected from intense midday sun, as it can scorch the plant. The cactus should be watered moderately during its growing season (spring and summer), allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. During the plant's resting period (fall and winter), watering should be reduced to prevent overwatering and root rot. Dancing Bones Cactus can benefit from occasional misting or placing a tray of water nearby to increase humidity levels, especially in dry indoor environments. This cactus can produce beautiful, small, white or cream-colored flowers at the tips of its stems, adding to its visual appeal. Dancing Bones Cactus can be propagated through stem cuttings, and it can also produce offsets or "pups" that can be separated and grown into new plants. Dancing Bones Cactus Plant produce an interesting display of contorted stems with bottle-shapedjoints. The salicornioides variety looks like a dancing bones cactus The contorted foliage resemble coral, as they branch out in several jointed stems. The foliage of Dancing Bones Cactus Plant is deep green in color. The growth is also succulent, helping to retain moisture that it obtains through dew and rain, instead of soaking the water from the roots. Botanical Name:  Hatiora salicornioides Other Names:  Dancing Bones Cactus, Drunkard’s Dream, Spice Cactus, Bottle Cactus Family & Origin:  Cactaceae – South America Growability:  Easy growing and care Grow Zone:  USDA Hardiness zone 9-11 Size:  Up to 20″ inches tall Flowering:   The flowers may appear at any time during the spring, from March to May. They grow from the tips of the shoots. The small yellow flowers have no scent and aren’t very showy. They just add a splash of color to the tips of the bushy plant. Light:  Bright morning and evening indirect light Temperature:  it should be grown indoors in a pot or cactus garden. The Hatiora grows well at regular room temperature. While the plant likes indirect light and shouldn’t receive direct sunlight when grown indoors. To encourage Hatiora salicornioides to flower the following spring, keep it in cooler conditions during the winter.In December and January, avoid letting the room reach about 50° degrees Fahrenheit. Soil: The best soil for Hatiora salicornioides is a combination of sand, loam, and peat. The commercial cactus potting mix is also suitable. Water:  Water the plant regularly throughout the year, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between watering. The plant doesn’t need as much water in December and January months. Fertilizer:  Liquid fertilizer during growing season Pests & Diseases:  More cultural problems than insect attacks Propagation:  Cuttings Grooming : Trim back if plants grows too large Uses:  Potted as a stand alone specimen