Schlumbergera truncata
Also Known As
- Cactus truncatus
- Epiphyllum ruckeri
- Epiphyllum ruckerianum
- Epiphyllum truncatum
- Zygocactus truncatus
- Christmas Cactus
- Crab Cactus
- Holiday Cactus
- Thanksgiving Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"-18"
- W: 12"-36"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Schlumbergera truncata plant details
Schlumbergera truncata is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall and winter coral, magenta, pink, red, salmon and white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Schlumbergera truncata
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae, epiphyllum
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: coral, magenta, pink, red, salmon and white blooms in fall and winter
- Uses: container plant, epiphyte, houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Schlumbergera truncata
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
It needs a period of cooler temperature and 12-14 hours of darkness to bloom. Partial Shade to Shade. Variety of Colors. Indoor/ Outdoor (Patio).
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
Gardening facts about Schlumbergera truncata plant
How to Grow Schlumbergera truncata
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - low
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
- red
- salmon
- coral
- magenta
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
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