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Schlumbergera orssichiana

Also Known As

  • Christmas Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 10b-11

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Schlumbergera orssichiana plant details

Schlumbergera orssichiana is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall and winter red and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Schlumbergera orssichiana

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: red and white blooms in fall and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Schlumbergera orssichiana

USDA Zones: 10b - 11
Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Schlumbergera orssichiana plant

How to Grow Schlumbergera orssichiana

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • red
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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aka Epiphyllopsis gaertneri, Epiphyllum gaertneri, Epiphyllum russellianum var. gaertneri, Hatiora gaertneri, Schlumbergera gaertneri, Easter Cactus

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

10a-12

Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 12"-18"

  • bright shade - mostly shade
  • regular - occasional
  • dry in winter
Photo of Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri flower by Chilepine
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