Epiphyllum 'Thousand Pinks'

Also Known As

Epicactus
Epiphyllum
Thousand Pinks Orchid Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

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

planting zones

10a-12

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Epiphyllum 'Thousand Pinks' plant details

Epiphyllum 'Thousand Pinks' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer 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 'Thousand Pinks'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epiphyllum 'Thousand Pinks'

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 beautiful and very free flowering Orchid Cactus that produces a multitude of 6-8" pink flowers over a long period. Probably the most prolific flowering Epiphyllum that currently offer. 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.

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Garden photo gallery of Epiphyllum 'Thousand Pinks'

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Gardening facts about Epiphyllum 'Thousand Pinks' plant

How to Grow Epiphyllum 'Thousand Pinks'

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