Disocactus (Epiphyllum) anguliger

Fishbone or zig zag cactus (Disocactus anguliger, syn. Epiphyllum anguliger) is an epiphytic cactus from Mexico.

Fishbone or zig zag cactus (Disocactus anguliger, syn. Epiphyllum anguliger) is an epiphytic cactus from Mexico that grows on trees. It has flattened, succulent leaves with prominent lobes. It has wonderful, fragrant white and coppery yellow flowers. Grow as a houseplant in the cold months and as an outdoor patio plant in the summer in bright indirect light or part shade/part sun. Easy to grow and bloom.

Common Name:  Fishbone Cactus

Family:  Cactaceae (The Cactus Family)

Zone Hardiness:  10-12

Light:  Part Sun, Part Shade

Height:  12-24"

Width:  12-24"

Primary Bloom Colour:  White/Cream

Secondary Bloom Colour:  Yellow

Bloom Time:  Spring - Fall

Foliage Colour:  Green

Class:  Evergreen

Type:  Tender

Soil Moisture:  Average

Stem Colour:  

Fragrance:  Yes

Berries:  

Benefits:  

Deer Resistant:  Unknown

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  A forest epiphyte in southern Mexico at elevations of 1100-1800 metres.

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Geographical Origin:  North America