Epiphyllum 'Conway's Giant'

Also Known As

Epiphyllum x 'Conway's Giant'
Conways Giant Orchid Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

10a-12

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Epiphyllum 'Conway's Giant' plant details

Epiphyllum 'Conway's Giant' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring lavender, orange and red 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 'Conway's Giant'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae, epiphyllum
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender, orange and red blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, epiphyte, hanging basket, houseplant, tropical

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epiphyllum 'Conway's Giant'

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

The flowers are big and the color intense. A strong and vigorous grower that serenely blends red, orange and violet into one open-faced beauty. Grow cool in the winter with a restriction of water and you will be rewarded with a stunning show in the spring. Makes a great hanging basket.

By: Logee's Plants for Home & Garden

Gardening facts about Epiphyllum 'Conway's Giant' plant

How to Grow Epiphyllum 'Conway's Giant'

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