The above photo is a registered epiphyllum hybrid, Meadow Rose, that is part of our collection of hybrid and unknown epiphyllums. Epies are tropical cactus originating in Central and South American rain forests. The blossoms in the photo are 6 to 7 inches in diameter. Epies bloom from mid April to early June depending upon each plant. Each blossom lasts for 1 to 3 days depending upon weather conditions. The cooler the weather the longer the blossoms will last, sometimes going up to 4 days, which is just about the maximum blossom time. Epie colors range from red, pink, fuchsia, orange, white, yellow to some bi-color hybrids probably not found in nature.
These are just over the top beautiful, Rob. I love the color! My cacti are a mess, no matter what I do. Either I overwater, or dry them out they're shriveling up. I think I take benign neglect too far. :) Thank you.
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