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Hybrid Epiphyllum, Orchid Cactus, Epicactus 'Clown'

Epiphyllum

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Family

Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Epiphyllum (ep-ih-FYE-lum)

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Synonym

Height

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Sun Exposure

Sun to Partial Shade

Light Shade

Danger

N/A

Hardiness

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Bloom Color

Red

White/Near White

Bloom Time

Mid Spring

Mid Fall

Late Fall/Early Winter

Foliage

Smooth

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Seed Collecting

Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible

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Disease Resistance

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Foliage Color

Bloom Characteristics

This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds

Water Requirements

Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Where to Grow

Can be grown as an annual

Suitable for growing in containers

Other details

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Propagation Methods

From woody stem cuttings

From softwood cuttings

Allow cut surface to callous over before planting

Soil pH requirements

6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)

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Leaf Color

Color of Leaf Margin

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Flower Fragrance

Does it set seed?

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Foliage Habit

Ploidy

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Phoenix, AZ (Zone 9b) | November 2005 | neutral

This hybrid was created by Phyllis Fleschig in 1982.

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