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Epiphyllum 'Millennium'

Also Known As

Epicactus millenium
Orchid Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

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

planting zones

10a-12

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Epiphyllum 'Millennium' plant details

Epiphyllum 'Millennium' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer magenta and pink flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled 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 heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Epiphyllum 'Millennium'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae, epiphyllum
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta and pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, epiphyte, hanging basket, houseplant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epiphyllum 'Millennium'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

(ORCHID CACTUS) Tender perennial or houseplant. Wonderful flattened octopus tentacles (picture a cactus put thru a pasta machine) that arch and spill over a wall or container edge 3’ long, decorated with BIG parrot colored orchidesque bi-level flowers of hot pink and magenta – Juneish. Rich, moist soil, sun to part shade; hanging baskets, tropical walls. USDA Z10-11 3” pot

By: Secret Garden Growers

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How to Grow Epiphyllum 'Millennium'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - low
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant