Epiphyllum Red

Orchid cactus (Epiphyllum hybrids) are epiphytic cacti that make easy and interesting houseplants.

Orchid cactus (Epiphyllum hybrids) are epiphytic cacti that grow on trees in Central and South America. They have flattened or three-edged, succulent leaves that are vertical, arching or pendulous and which bear spectacular large, colourful flowers. This hybrid of unknown name has fire engine red 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:  Orchid Cactus - [Succulent Pre-Order]

Family:  Cactaceae (The Cactus Family)

Zone Hardiness:  10-12

Light:  Part Sun Part Shade Full Sun

Height:  12-24"

Width:  12-24"

Primary Bloom Colour:  Red

Secondary Bloom Colour:  Yellow

Class:  Evergreen

Type:  Tender

Bloom Time:  Spring

Soil Moisture:  Average

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Fragrance:  No

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Benefits:  

Deer Resistant:  Unknown

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Woods and thickets in a wide range of soils and exposures in lowland and mountains to 3000 metres.

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