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Epiphyllum 'Ambrosia'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Epiphyllum 'Ambrosia' plant details

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Orchid cactus (Epiphyllum hybrids) are epiphytic cacti that grow on trees in Central and South America. They have flattened or three-edged, succulent leaves that are vertical, arching or pendulous and which bear spectacular large, colourful flowers. 'Ambrosia' has huge flowers up to 12 inches across in glowing lavender pink with a central light yellow glow to each petal. Grow as a houseplant in the cold months and as an outdoor patio plant in the summer in bright indirect light or part shade/part sun. Easy to grow and bloom.

Gardening facts about Epiphyllum 'Ambrosia' plant

How to Grow Epiphyllum 'Ambrosia'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • apricot
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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