This succulent is native to the Chihuahuan and Sonoran deserts of the United States and Mexico. A thick cuticle is another key feature that helps the cactus survive in desert environments. Infestation with scales and mealybugs is the biggest problem for moon cactus. Overwatering is another problem. Root rot is another common problem. And that's due to overwatering. Overwatering can cause your snake plant to die. Make sure the soil is not dry but moist. This is something that the plant has adapted to over time. Before you take the side shoots, make sure the host plant is clean.