Epiphyllum Fishbone Cactus

Fishbone Cactus Plant Description

The scientific name for Fishbone Cactus is Cryptocereus anthonyanus, and is a member of the night blooming cactus family. Best known for its long, arching stems coated with serrated leaf nodes, fishbone cactus is found in its habitat in groups, which hang from trees. The plant originates in Mexico, where tropical rainforests create a moist, humid environment.

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Fishbone Cactus Plant Specs and Regions

Native to: South Africa

Zone: 9

Hardiness: tender soft succulent - will not tolerate frost

Recommended light conditions: full sun

Bloomtime: late Summer through Fall

Bloomcolor: Burgandy

Fishbone Cactus Water and Light Recommendations

Watering Needs Indoors: Instead of giving your succulents gradual sips of water throughout the week, give them a good soaking, to the point where water runs out the drainage holes at the bottom of the pot. Be sure to empty the water that runs into the saucer, succulents do not like to sit in water. Then let the soil dry out completely before watering again.

Watering Needs Outdoors: In the Summer water your succulents every two weeks, by soaking them and letting them dry before watering again. In the Winter water your succulents once a month.

Technical Information About This Plant

• Requires bright light for most of the day. Or constant dappled shade.
• Best to water every 2 weeks.
• Available in a medium size. (Based on availability)