The Christmas Cactus - (Schlumbergera) is
a small genus of cacti with six species found in the coastal mountains of
south-eastern Brazil. Plants grow on trees or rocks in habitats which are
generally shady with high humidity and can be quite different in appearance
from their desert-dwelling cousins. Most species of Schlumbergera have stems
which resemble leaf-like pads joined one to the other and flowers which appear
from areoles at the joints and tips of the stems. In Brazil, the genus is
referred to as Flor de Maio (May flower), reflecting the period in which they
flower in the Southern Hemisphere. In the Northern Hemisphere, that will coincide with December, hence the connection as a Christmas cactus. This genus contains the popular house plants
known by a variety of names including Christmas Cactus, Thanksgiving Cactus,
Crab Cactus and Holiday Cactus. In Europe, these plants are largely produced
for sale in the period before Christmas, and are called: Weihnachtskaktus
in German, Cactus de Noël in French, and Cacto de Navidad in Spanish.
Wednesday, 15 December 2021
The Christmas Cactus
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It’s fascinating how the Christmas Cactus thrives in such unique conditions! I’ve been learning a lot about how to care for these beautiful plants. If you're interested in more details on how to care for them, especially regarding their watering needs, check out this helpful guide on Water Christmas Cactus. Additionally, I’ve been exploring methods to propagate a Polka Dot Plant and would love to hear any tips or experiences others might have. Happy gardening!
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