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19.02.2024 - 09:03 / balconygardenweb.com / Sherin Woods
Holiday cactus got their name because they bloom near the famous holiday season–Around the time of Thanksgiving and Christmas! Thanks to their blooming attribute, they got their name accordingly.
People are often confused between these two, mainly since they both are from the same Schlumbergera Cactus family, but the difference is in their leaves. This article has more information on it.
Unlike other cacti, these cactus plants don’t like full sun and need bright indirect sunlight and slightly moist soil to thrive well.
Botanical Name: Schlumbergera bridgesii
Flowering Time: Mid-November to January
The most recognized of the lot, it flowers in stunning shades of yellow, pink, red, white, or purple and lasts for several days! Keep it in a warm and humid condition, and watch it thrive!
Botanical Name: Schlumbergera gaertneri (Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri)
Flowering Time: March to April
Spring cactus, as it’s also popularly famous, can be an attractive addition to your house, thanks to the star-shaped flowers that last for days! And yes, it does well in filtered sun!
Botanical Name: Schlumbergera truncata
Flowering Time: October to November
The plant is instantly recognizable due to its unique foliage with serrated or toothed leaves, which is it is also famous as Crab Claw Cactus. Produces long tube-like flowers in purple, orange, red, pink, peach, or white colors!
Botanical Name: Schlumbergera rosea
Flowering Time: March to April
With thin, trailing foliage, you can also grow this in hanging baskets! It has finger-like plump leaves and grows charming flowers in baby-pink color!
Botanical Name: Schlumbergera buckleyi
Flowering Time: November to January
It is called ‘True Christmas Cactus’ for a reason, thanks to its vivid flowers that are
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