Hybrid Epiphyllum, Orchid Cactus, Epicactus
Epiphyllum 'Clown'

Family: Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee)
Genus: Epiphyllum (ep-ih-FYE-lum)
Cultivar: Clown
Hybridized by Fleschig

Category

Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Cactus and Succulents
Epiphytes

Water Requirements

Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure

Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade

Foliage

Smooth
Unknown

Foliage Color

Unknown

Height

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Where to Grow

Can be grown as an annual
Suitable for growing in containers

Danger

N/A

Bloom Color

Red
White/Near White

Bloom Characteristics

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

Bloom Size

Unknown

Bloom Time

Mid Spring
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter

Other details

Unknown

Soil pH requirements

6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)

Patent Information

Unknown

Propagation Methods

From woody stem cuttings
From softwood cuttings
Allow cut surface to callous over before planting

Seed Collecting

Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible