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Hatiora gaertneri, Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri, Schlumbergera gaertneri, Easter Cactus

Hatiora gaertneri, Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri, Schlumbergera gaertneri

Easter Cactus
Family: Cactaceae
Origin: Brazil
Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeModerate waterEpiphyte plantRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowers

Epiphytic catus; stem jointed in segments; branches are flattened and weep gracefully. They are named after the seasons of their blooming.

The soil should be evenly moist for best growth, but they are intolerant to constantly wet soil and poor aeration. Allow to dry slightly between waterings.


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