Epiphyllum - Orchid cactus

They grow on other plants, not in a parasitic fashion but as hosts. They are not cold hardy, and generally can be found only as houseplants or greenhouse specimens.

Caring for Epiphyllums is a water balancing act. They can’t be allowed to dry out, yet overwatering is a death sentence to these cacti.

Epiphyllum make excellent hanging basket plants with their jointed stems that grow 18 to 30 inches (46-76 cm.) long.

Flowers best when exposed to cool temperatures and shortened light periods.