Myrtillocactus Geometrizans 'Fukurokuryuzinboku'

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The Boobie Cactus (Myrtillocactus Geometrizans 'Fukurokuryuzinboku') is a truly one-of-a-kind addition to any plant collection. This rare, sculptural cultivar is famous for its whimsical, breast-like tubercles that create a striking silhouette. Native to Mexico, this slow-growing columnar cactus is as low-maintenance as it is eye-catching. It thrives in bright, direct sunlight and requires minimal watering, making it the perfect statement piece for busy plant parents. Whether displayed on a sunny windowsill or as part of a modern desert landscape, the Boobie Cactus is guaranteed to be a conversation starter.

A Closer Look

Here are some of the key characteristics of this fascinating cactus:

Appearance: The Boobie Cactus has a bluish-green skin and a lumpy, irregular surface. It can grow quite tall, but as a houseplant, it's a relatively slow grower.

Flowers: When it matures and if the conditions are right, it can produce small, greenish-white or creamy-white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. These are followed by small, edible, dark purple fruits that resemble blueberries, which is where the parent plant, the Blue Myrtle Cactus, gets its other common name, the Bilberry Cactus.

Spines: It does have small spines, so it's best to handle it with care.

Caring for Your Curvaceous Cactus

Despite its exotic appearance, the Boobie Cactus is surprisingly easy to care for, much like its non-mutated relatives. Here’s a rundown of what it needs to thrive:

Light: This cactus loves bright, indirect sunlight. If you're growing it indoors, a south-facing window is ideal. It can also handle some direct sun, but be careful not to scorch it, especially during the hottest parts of the day.

Soil: Like most cacti, the Boobie Cactus needs well-draining soil. A cactus or succulent mix is perfect. You can also amend regular potting soil with sand or perlite to improve drainage.

Water: The golden rule with this cactus is to let the soil dry out completely between watering's. Overwatering is the most common way to kill a cactus, leading to root rot. During its growing season in the spring and summer, you'll water it more frequently than in the fall and winter when it's dormant.

Temperature and Humidity: It prefers warm temperatures and is not frost-tolerant. It does well in average household humidity. If you live in a region with cold winters, it's best to bring it indoors. It's generally hardy in USDA zones 9-11.

Fertilizer: You can feed it a balanced cactus fertilizer during its growing season in the spring and summer to give it a little boost.

A Rare and Interesting Specimen

It's worth noting that because the 'Fukurokuryuzinboku' is a cultivar of a mutated plant, it doesn't grow true from seed. This means that every Boobie Cactus you see has been propagated from a cutting of the original plant. This method of propagation contributes to its rarity, and, at times, its higher price tag compared to more common cacti.