Tropicals & Tender Perennials: Epiphyllum or ??, 1 by 77sunset

77sunset wrote:
hello newbygardener and all others here. I too am no expert but have been reading up on epis since I bought my large collection . You will see the change in leaves often on these plants. I have over 400 epis and a lot have the 2 types both flat and triangular. I have had flowers on both types. The thorns on some do go up the leaves and on some disappear as the leaf grows. I am posting a pic of my original which is now around 9 years old. I cut it back every year and the growth you see is all from previous year. As you can see it flowers extremely well . I think it may be an Ackermanii Hybrid.
These plants are fascinating in their growth. There is such a large variety of leaves due to the years of hybridising.
I have 3 that when I purchased them , had long narrow rounded branches , but with trimming and healthier conditions, they now have much fatter, wider branches. . You will find, newby, that you will become addicted to these gorgeous plants . Check out the internet , there are some really informative sites and have a look at this site if still up. Jean http://www.cactus-mall.com/graydavisepies/index.html