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Epiphyllum guatemalense Monstrosa - Orchid Cactus, Curly Locks

Epiphyllum guatemalense Monstrosa - Orchid Cactus, Curly Locks

6683 Epiphyllum guatemalense Monstrosa - Orchid Cactus, Curly Locks

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Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeModerate waterRegular waterOrnamental foliageWhite, off-white flowersSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

This crazy little cactus makes a wonderful hanging basket specimen and quite the conversation piece with its twisted, arching limbs. A night bloom epiphytic cactus with curly twisting leaves, Epiphyllum curly locks is an example of a cactus that uses its stems to capture more moisture and light. The plant has curly, curved stems which are the result of a mutation of a plant called Epiphyllum guatemalense. The name for this mutated cactus is Epiphyllum monstrosa - a jungle cactus native to Guatemala and will attach itself to a tree and live off of the composting debris that collects in the crook of the tree. Commonly called Orchid Cactus due to the blooms resembling orchid blossoms. The flowers are fragrant and usually open at night. Oval, bright pink seedy fruits form once blooms are pollinated. These fruits are juicy and edible. The plant is also self-pollinating and fruits can form even without the intervention of insects and mammals.
Epiphyllum are sensitive to being moved so choosing spot in bright, indirect light would work best. Epiphyllum will also only bloom when root bound, so take this into consideration when repotting.

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Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
8 Plants in stock
$29.95

Plant form
Small shrub 2-5 ft
Sun exposure
semi-shade
USDA zone
Zone 9-11.
Hardiness
Protect from freezing.
Watering
Moderate watering
Growing conditions
Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone, Small backyard, Pot-growing, Indoors
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This item is certified for shipping to all states/territories, including California (with phytocertificate), Puerto Rico (with phytocertificate), US VI (with phytocertificate), Texas, Louisiana, Arizona.