Selenicereus grandiflorus

Also Known As

Selenicereus grandiflorus 'Queen'
Queen of the Night
Queen of the Night Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

9a-11

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Selenicereus grandiflorus plant details

Selenicereus grandiflorus is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer cream, white and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Selenicereus grandiflorus

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: cream, white and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, epiphyte, fragrant, houseplant, spiky, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Selenicereus grandiflorus

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Selenicereus grandiflorus is a jungle cactus often found growing as a epiphyte or climbing up trees. The plant produces long snake like segments that are 1 to 2 feet long and have white thorns. The thorns are not vicious as with most jungle cactus but can get you if you handle the plant with out some caution. The flowers are quite amazing and some of the largest I have seen in my greenhouse. Light yellow to off white in color they bloom at night or early morning and can be over 1 foot across. Plants sold are rooted in 4 to 4 1/2 inch pots.