Christmas cactus
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An erect then pendent cactus with trailing stems made up of glossy green segments with scalloped margins. Red to pink flowers up to 7.5cm long are borne at the stem tips in winter
Scientific classification
- Species
- Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera × buckleyi)
- Genus
- Schlumbergera
- Family
- Cactaceae
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- Toxicity
- Cactus Succulent · Houseplants · Conservatory Greenhouse
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Trailing
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Christmas cactus
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Christmas cactus
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Christmas cactus care guide
- Let substrate dry halfway then soak thoroughly with soft water
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Let substrate dry halfway then soak thoroughly with soft water
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak cactus-orchid feed monthly before winter dormancy
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by stem cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in well-drained compost in bright light but avoid direct sunlight and maintain a minimum temperature of 10°C. See Schlumbergera cultivation for further information
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs
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