Hybrid Epiphyllum, Orchid Cactus, Epicactus 'Pegasus'

Epiphyllum

Family
Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Epiphyllum (ep-ih-FYE-lum)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Foliage
Smooth
Velvet/Fuzzy
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Magenta (pink-purple)
Fuchsia (red-purple)
Red
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Cactus and Succulents
Epiphytes
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From woody stem cuttings
From softwood cuttings
Allow cut surface to callous over before planting
By simple layering
Seed Collecting
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Alhambra, California

Cypress, California

Lakeland, Florida

Naples, Florida

Alvin, Texas

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Phoenix, AZ (Zone 9b) | July 2005 | neutral

This Epiphyllum Hybrid (Epicactus Hybrid) was introduced by Coolidge Rare Plant Nursery. The blooms can be 8 inches wide and open in late...Read More

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