Epiphyllum 'Antique Orange'

Also Known As

Epiphyllum sp. 'Antique Orange'
Antique Orange Christmas Cactus
Antique Orange Orchid Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 12"
W: 3'

planting zones

10a-12

Epiphyllum 'Antique Orange' plant details

Epiphyllum 'Antique Orange' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and winter orange flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Epiphyllum 'Antique Orange'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae, epiphyllum
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, epiphyte, hanging basket, houseplant, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epiphyllum 'Antique Orange'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This most beautiful orchid cactus, passed along to us from a family who had had it for generations, has flowered each winter in our main retail area provoking many requests for babies. And now they are available! Plants are about 3 ft wide and produce intense, florescent orange flowers in abundance. In summer, plants should be well-watered and kept in reasonably bright light, then drought stress and allowed to cool in autumn to promote buds. Frost hardy outdoors in USDA zone 10 but most effective as an indoor/container or hanging basket specimen.

By: Cistus Nursery

Gardening facts about Epiphyllum 'Antique Orange' plant

How to Grow Epiphyllum 'Antique Orange'

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