Zygocactus Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Zygocactus, scientifically named Schlumbergera truncata, is a plant in the Cactaceae family that can produce beautiful inflorescences in various colors. This ornamental plant grows in coastal mountains and resembles tropical humid climates. It is a lovely cactus plant that adds a tropical feel to the garden.
Common Name |
False Christmas Cactus
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Plant Type
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Cactus & Succulents
Houseplants
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Schlumbergera truncata
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Genus
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Schlumbergera
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Family
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Cactaceae
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Order
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Caryophyllales
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Class
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Dicotyledons
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Zygocactus Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Zygocactus.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Zygocactus needs water once every
9 days in 0.9
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Zygocactus needs about 0.225 L per 9 days. |
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Zygocactus Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Zygocactus to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
60°F
to 80°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
The ideal humidity range for your Zygocactus to thrive is between 50% and 70%. |
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Zygocactus Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Zygocactus. |
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Suitability in pots |
5L
Zygocactus plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 5L. |
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Soil type |
loam
sand
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
neutral
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Zygocactus Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Zygocactus plant. |
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Maximum Height |
12 Inches or
1 meters
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Spread |
24 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
Red-orange
Fuchsia
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Zygocactus toxic to pets? |
No
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Garden Style |
Patio And Containers
Hanging Baskets
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Zygocactus Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Zygocactus, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
spring
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Zygocactus Native Region |
Find out where the Zygocactus plant originated. |
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Country |
Brazil
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