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ORCHID CACTUS
Epiphyllum crenatum
SKU: 1929-005
Description
The Orchid Cactus hybrids are cultivated worldwide, for its stunning large flowers! The flowers are up to 18–29 cm long and 15–20 cm wide. They remain open for several days, becoming quite fragrant.
It is an easily cultivated, fast-growing epiphyte. It needs compost containing plenty of humus and sufficient moisture in summer. Should not be kept under 12 °C (53.5 °F) in winter. Can be grown in semi-shade or full sun. Extra light in the early spring will stimulate budding. Flowers in late spring or early summer.
Orchid Cactus make excellent houseplants for a sunny window, and can be placed outdoors in summer.
Rarely offered from seed, and limited supply!
Seeds per pack: 5
Germination: Obtain a container with holes in the bottom, to allow water to drain. Create a growing medium of potting soil, peat, and fine sand or gravel. Place the seeds on the surface of a growing mix, and water them in. Do not bury the seeds. Keep lightly moist until germination, and do not let completely dry until the plants are formed. Watering can be done with a spray bottle, as not to disturb the seeds. Keep at room temperature 21C (70F). These seeds will germinate in approximately 3-4 weeks. Grow in a sunny location, even during germination, as light aids germination.
Description
The Orchid Cactus hybrids are cultivated worldwide, for its stunning large flowers! The flowers are up to 18–29 cm long and 15–20 cm wide. They remain open for several days, becoming quite fragrant.
It is an easily cultivated, fast-growing epiphyte. It needs compost containing plenty of humus and sufficient moisture in summer. Should not be kept under 12 °C (53.5 °F) in winter. Can be grown in semi-shade or full sun. Extra light in the early spring will stimulate budding. Flowers in late spring or early summer.
Orchid Cactus make excellent houseplants for a sunny window, and can be placed outdoors in summer.
Rarely offered from seed, and limited supply!
Seeds per pack: 5
Germination: Obtain a container with holes in the bottom, to allow water to drain. Create a growing medium of potting soil, peat, and fine sand or gravel. Place the seeds on the surface of a growing mix, and water them in. Do not bury the seeds. Keep lightly moist until germination, and do not let completely dry until the plants are formed. Watering can be done with a spray bottle, as not to disturb the seeds. Keep at room temperature 21C (70F). These seeds will germinate in approximately 3-4 weeks. Grow in a sunny location, even during germination, as light aids germination.
