Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera truncatus)

Pronunciation:
schlum-BER-ger-uh
Alternative botanical names: Zygocactus truncatus
Alternative common names: crab cactus, Thanksgiving cactus
Family:
Cactaceae
Native to:
Brazil
USDA zones:
10
Sunset zones:
16, 17, 21-24 and indoors
Hardy to: unknown
Exposure:
shade
Water:
regular watering
Height x width:
12" x 12"
Flowers in:
Winter
Colors:
red, pink, orange and white
Fragrance:
none
Additional comments:
Christmas cactus is a heavy feeder. It likes lots of light but the foliage turns bronze if it receives direct sun.

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