Scientific Name
×Aporophyllum 'Edna Bellamy'
Scientific Classification
Family: Cactaceae
Subfamily: Cactoideae
Nothogenus: ×Aporophyllum
Description
×Aporophyllum 'Edna Bellamy' is a beautiful, much-branched cactus with long, narrow, pendent stems with usually four ribs lined with clusters of bristle-like spines. The stems are green but turn brownish when exposed to intense sunlight.
This plant is a very profuse bloomer. The flowers have pale red and peach tones and can reach up to 2 inches (5 cm) in diameter. They appear in spring, open during the day, and can stay open for 3 to 4 days.
Origin
×Aporophyllum 'Edna Bellamy' is an intergeneric hybrid that results from a cross between unknown Aporocactus and Epiphyllum.
Hardiness
USDA hardiness zones 10a to 11b: from 30 °F (−1.1 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).
How to Grow and Care
Many of the cultivated plants known as Epiphyllum hybrids are derived from crosses between species of Disocactus (rather than Epiphyllum) and other genera in the Hylocereeae.
Disocactus should be grown in rich but still well-draining soil. They should be watered regularly and fertilized as well. This is essential for good growth and flowering. During the growing period, the plants need frequent watering. The watering should be rather abundant so that the soil becomes completely soaked, but let dry between watering. Keep relatively dry in winter or when night temperatures remain below 50 °F (10 °C).
These cacti dislike extreme heat and cold, so they are best green-housed during the depth of winter and heat of summer in hot, dry climates. They also prefer shade to sun and like a little extra humidity in the air.
Disocactus can be reproduced both by seeds and cuttings.
See more at How to Grow and Care for Disocactus.
Links
- Back to nothogenus ×Aporophyllum
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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