Is it possible to keep cacti at home: is it good or bad, why is it better not to have, what harm it does, than useful at a computer, where you can not put it in the interior?

The cactus has an unusual appearance that surprises and at the same time captivates. It has no leaves, but instead of them there are many interesting thorns, and some cacti even bloom.

Among the huge variety of cactus species, there is sure to be the one that will decorate your home interior. In modern apartments, you can find cacti quite often.

Consider the types of cacti, is it possible to keep them at home in the interior of the apartment, is it good or bad for the interior of the apartment, as well as what useful properties it has.

Is it good or bad to have in an apartment?

Is it possible to store a cactus plant at home, why it may be necessary and what is useful? Yes, and even necessary. If there is no experience in caring for prickly plants, then it is better to choose not large, with small needles. Cacti do not require extreme attention, thereby becoming the perfect home option.

Kinds

Consider the types of cacti and whether all of them can be kept indoors: an apartment, a house or not, we will consider further. Almost any kind can be kept at home. Consider which of the most interesting specimens can be used for growing at home, and what is the best variety - you choose.

Aporocactus

Unpretentious plant, fits perfectly into modern interior styles. Aporocactus has grace and a lot of aesthetic benefits, and in spring it is covered with flowers. Looks great in hanging baskets and is easy to grow.

We offer you to watch a video about the Aporocactus cactus:

Cereus

Cereus is great for creating compositionsHowever, it is too demanding on the conditions of detention. And still this is a sought-after cactus for interior design. In the summer, delicate light cream-colored flowers bloom.

Astrophytum

At a young age, round, then with age it becomes cylindrical. It grows to 25 cm 9 (how do cacti grow?). A cactus usually has 8 ribs covered with curved long needles resembling goat horns.

We offer to watch a video about the Astrophytum cactus:

Echinocereus

A plant with a cylindrical stem, with a rounded top. The length does not exceed 20 cm. The surface of the stem is covered with shallow, vertical ridges. And radial, short needles are pressed to the stem and create a unique pattern.

Mammillaria

It is characterized by a spherical, sometimes cylindrical stem up to 10 cm high. Mammillaria cactus bluish green.

We offer you to watch a video about the Mammillaria cactus:

Notocactus

It looks original in the interior decor. Its cylindrical stem is able to decorate any stylistic composition.

Prickly pear

A bright view of home cacti in demand in the design of the premises. The height is not more than 30 cm. The inflorescences are sunny in shade, and the inner column of light color has impressive yellow needles sticking around the perimeter of the sheet.

Read more about prickly pear and agave in this article.

Where to place in the interior?

Imagine where indoor cacti will look good, and where better not to put them, depending on why they are needed.

Where will it look best?

Cacti will fit perfectly into the classic style, and in the Empire, and even in high-tech.

It is best to choose flowering species in glass pots or flowerpots with metal decor. Cacti can be very profitable to beat the African atmosphere and design a room under the desert.

Cacti can be placed:

on an office or coffee table;
on bookshelves or shelves;
on the stairs;
on the floor.

As a decorative element, any glass bowl, as well as the most unusual pots, can serve as a cactus pot.

In the bedroom

Consider the question of whether it is possible (what are the consequences of such a placement) to put a cactus next to the bed in the bedroom. It has an expressive silhouette and looks appropriate in any room, even in a bedroom. The only thing to watch out for is needles on the body of the plant.

In the morning, you can accidentally hook a cactus spike with your hand, which without problems can damage the skin or remain inside the skin. Solving the problem is easy - no need to put a thorny plant next to the bed or in the aisle. Learn how not to prick a cactus and what to do if it happened, find out here.

Why put it near a computer and what is the use of it?

The most popular place for a prickly plant is at a computer or TV, imagine why they are placed there. Everyone knows that a cactus absorbs radiation that comes from a computer monitor and modem. However, the veracity of these beliefs is constantly disputed.

We suggest watching a video on whether to put a cactus near a computer:

Why is it impossible or undesirable to grow this plant?

If there are children in the house, cacti should not be purchased. Sooner or later, childish curiosity or negligence can cause injury.

If you have pets, you should abandon cacti or try to limit the access of pets to this unusual plant as much as possible.

Is there any harm to health?

Many cacti are considered safe for breeding and decoration at home, as they do not cause allergic reactions in adults and children. But there is harm from them.

Homemade cacti are not poisonous! They can be dangerous only because of the needles with which you can prick, getting in the worst case a slight inflammation. However, some rare species of cacti contain hallucinogenic substances that can cause paralysis of the central nervous system, for example, Trichocereus cactus.

It should be remembered that cacti to animals living at home are not friends:

Dogs love to nibble something by nature. A pet can try to gnaw on a cactus too, this is exactly the danger for dogs. Spines can get stuck in the oral cavity and internal organs of the dog, which can lead to a sad outcome. The cactus is not toxic to the dog, however it will bring discomfort.
Cats lick all the time, and lumps of wool get stuck in their gastrointestinal tract. When a cat tries to induce vomiting, it selects a cactus, since plants affect them as a laxative. However, cacti can cause intoxication in cats.

Cacti for interior decoration is a great idea, they have established themselves as a wonderful plant for any room, especially they are often placed near a computer and we examined why it is good or bad. This is an ideal plant for the home, because watering is not often required, but it looks original and attractive.

We examined how cacti are useful, whether it is good or not to have them in the apartment, as well as how they affect a person, and whether there can be an allergy to them.