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Epiphyllum 'Oakleigh Denominator'

Also Known As

  • Epiphyllum
  • Oakleigh Denominator Orchid Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Epiphyllum 'Oakleigh Denominator' plant details

Epiphyllum 'Oakleigh Denominator' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer cream and yellow 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 'Oakleigh Denominator'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epiphyllum 'Oakleigh Denominator'

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

A large yellow flowered Orchid cactus with creamy yellow inner petals and darker yellow to amber outer petals. 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.

Gardening facts about Epiphyllum 'Oakleigh Denominator' plant

How to Grow Epiphyllum 'Oakleigh Denominator'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • yellow
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
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