Schlumbergera is a small genus of cacti with six to nine species found in the coastal mountains of south-eastern Brazil. These plants grow on trees or rocks in habitats that are generally shady with high humidity, and can be quite different in appearance from their desert -dwelling cousins.

2021年12月12日 · Schlumbergera, also known as Christmas cactus, Holiday cactus, Thanksgiving cactus, Easter cactus, or Crab cactus is a very popular and easy-to-care-for succulent. Unlike most succulents and cacti, Schlumbergeras aren’t native to arid regions, but instead, they thrive in subtropical and tropical climates, more specifically in the coastal ...

13 Schlumbergera Varieties and Hybrids. Let’s talk about the different Schlumbergera types of cacti! There are two main groups: the Truncata group and the Buckleyi group. The Truncata group comes from the Schlumbergera truncata plant. You might have heard them being called Thanksgiving cactus, claw cactus, zygocactus or crab cactus.

2024年4月30日 · Sadly, the world of Schlumbergera and Rhipsalidopsis growers lost an outstanding pioneer in 2023. Well known Australian Schlumbergera hybridizer, Desmond. Read more

2021年9月7日 · Schlumbergera typically blooms in the winter season, November through January. Schlumbergera is easy to maintain, makes lovely gifts for holidays and events, and will bloom multiple times a year if receiving proper care. Continue reading to learn all there is to know about these exceptional plants. Schlumbergera Origination

Schlumbergera, genus of six species of spineless epiphytic cacti native to Brazilian rainforests. Many are cultivated for their striking elongated flowers, including the Thanksgiving cactus and the Christmas cactus. Learn more about the physical characteristics and species of the genus.

Schlumbergera, also called Christmas cactus, is a cute succulent plant that blooms in fall or winter. Summary of Schlumbergera facts. Name – Schlumbergera Family – Cactaceae Type – indoor plant. Height – 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm) indoors Exposure – Very well-lit Soil – soil mix. Foliage – evergreen – Flowering – Autumn/Winter

The genus name, Schlumbergera, honors the Belgian horticulturist, Frederick Schlumberger. This genus of cactus thrive in bright, indirect sunlight, but they are intolerant to direct sun. Periods of lower light in the fall will encourage winter blooms.