How to Propagate and Grow
Christmas Cactus
( Schlumbergera )
Genus: Schlumbergera
Family: Cactaceae
Species: S. 'Buckleyi'
Common Names: Christmas cactus.
Classification: Perennial cacti.
Height: 15cm (6inches).
Trails: to 30cm (12inches)
Flowering: Mid winter. Flowers are usually in full bloom at Christmas!
Usage: Interesting and attractive indoor flowering cactus plant.
Ideal as a Christmas gift for family, loved ones and friends or a treat just for yourself.
Makes an excellent Christmas table decoration.
Site: Requires full light, but shaded from direct sunlight.
Maintain a temperature around 65 deg F. for flowering.
In dormant period maintain a temperature around 55 deg F.
Mist frequently to improve humidity.
Soil: Any good quality houseplant compost (peat based or non peat based).
Propagation Methods:
By seed in spring.
Best germination temperature: 70 deg F.
How to sow seeds
By stem cuttings in spring or early summer.
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