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title: "What type of cactus is this? And what do I need to do to get it to…"
description: "What type of cactus is this? And what do I need to do to get it to grow? What environments and lighting are ideal, it’s been stuck just like this since February"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/2OB1JXZXRQeo4spB0EojrA/30gMdAH4wcWvO2qUOUTeOW"
community: "Plant Identification"
author: "Reagan"
published: "2025-08-06T14:25:48.561439Z"
language: "en"
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# What type of cactus is this? And what do I need to do to get it to…

_Posted by Reagan on 2025-08-06_

What type of cactus is this? And what do I need to do to get it to grow? What environments and lighting are ideal, it’s been stuck just like this since February

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## 5 comments

### Kira commented on 2025-08-06

It kind of looks like a highly variegated african milk tree to me but I'm not 100% certain.

#### Reagan replied on 2025-08-06

I think you’re correct thank you!

### plantgeek commented on 2025-08-06

i agree with the other commenter. Highly variegated african milk tree. cactuses of all kinds need incredibly high light, so either right next to a window or outside. water as infrequently as possible, always test how hydrated it is before watering. usually a good tell is looking for any wrinkles, or giving it a gentle squeeze to see if it gives under your fingers. if it's squishy, it's time for a water. if not, skip it.

#### Reagan replied on 2025-08-06

Thank you! Does it like humidity?

#### plantgeek replied on 2025-08-06

no. it'll tolerate it, but it's native conditions are incredibly dry. keep it away from a humidifier if you're using one and avoid misting it

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