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Pfeiffera monacantha

Also Known As

  • Acanthorhipsalis monocantha
  • Lepismium monacanthum
  • Rhipsalis monacantha

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-36"
  • W: 12"-36"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Pfeiffera monacantha plant details

Pfeiffera monacantha is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. 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 Pfeiffera monacantha

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, houseplant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pfeiffera monacantha

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An epiphytic cactus, native to Bolivia, has flattened & 3-angled waxy green leaves/stems that become pendant shaped with age. In spring, Acanthorhipsalis monacantha will produce small golden orange flowers

Gardening facts about Pfeiffera monacantha plant

How to Grow Pfeiffera monacantha

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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