Epiphyllum chrysocardium
FERN LEAF ORCHID CACTUS, SHARK TOOTH CACTUS
Cactaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial, cactus or epiphyte

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: warm low sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: orchid compost, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind
2m
Plant habit
 
2m

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Flowers: moderately fragrant flowers in white

Flowering Time: mid spring to early summer

Bark & Stems: spines
 
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Epiphyllum chrysocardium
FERN LEAF ORCHID CACTUS, SHARK TOOTH CACTUS
Cactaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial, cactus or epiphyte

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: warm low sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: orchid compost, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind
2m
Plant habit
 
2m

FEATURES

Flowers: moderately fragrant flowers in white

Flowering Time: mid spring to early summer

Bark & Stems: spines


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical, contemporary & dry style designs

Uses: pot, hanging basket, accents, indoors, fire retardant

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: deer resistant






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