Epiphyllum pink-flowered

Also Known As

Epiphyllum 'Pink'
Pink Orchid Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

10a-12

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Epiphyllum pink-flowered plant details

Epiphyllum pink-flowered is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Epiphyllum pink-flowered

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae, epiphyllum
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, epiphyte, hanging basket, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epiphyllum pink-flowered

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

They're perfect for growing close to a window in an arid atmosphere - even that out-of-the-way place where they might be subjected to a little neglect. Putting out splendorous 4" blooms that emerge from the thin cactus-like stems, these plants don't mind an occasional drought, though they do prefer to be wetter in summer and drier in winter. If your space is limited, they do exceptionally well in hanging baskets where their enormous blooms are exquisitely displayed.

By: Logee's Plants for Home & Garden

6" deep pink, fading to light pink at the center, star-like blooms remain open for 2-3 days. An easily grown cactus-like plant with 1.5" wide, flat, scalloped branches to 8'. Great in hanging baskets. Hybrid Orchid Cactus typically open at night but often last well through the next day. Epiphyllums are one of the few true jungle Cacti where they are often found growing with the orchids and bromeliads far removed from the forest floor. If pollinated the flowers can mature into deliciously edible fruit.

By: Almost Eden

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How to Grow Epiphyllum pink-flowered

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant