Orchid Cactus. A very pretty cactus with large flaring multi petaled, funnel shaped flowers. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers April to May. Fruits July. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Nopalxochia ‘Reward’
A very pretty cactus with large flaring multi petaled, funnel shaped flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Nopalxochia |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Reward' |
| Common Name | Orchid Cactus |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | red |
| Fruits When | July |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter, Water with tepid water, Mist regularly |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Slugs and snails |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Place outdoors in the summer |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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