False christmas cactus

False christmas cactus (Schlumbergera truncata)

False christmas cactus, also known as Christmas cactus, Holiday cactus

The false Christmas cactus, known for its vibrant red, purple, pink, or white blooms, typically flowers from fall into early winter. This cactus is indigenous to a narrow coastal region in southeastern Brazil, thriving in the shaded, humid conditions of tropical rainforests. In its natural habitat, the flowers are pollinated by hummingbirds.

Key Facts About False christmas cactus

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Attributes of False christmas cactus

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Succulent, Shrub
Plant Height
20 cm to 60 cm
Spread
30 cm to 60 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
4 cm to 6 cm
Flower Color
Pink Red White Orange Purple Yellow Gold

Scientific Classification of False christmas cactus

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies
Family
Cactuses
Genus
Christmas cactuses
Species
False christmas cactus