Christmas Cactus Plant
Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera spp.) is a cactus growing 6-12 inches tall, hardy in USDA zones 10-11, with moderate growth in well-drained, loamy soil, requiring indirect light and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Cactus
Height
6-12 in
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, sandy loam
Shade
Indirect light
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Brazil
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Humid
Temperature (°)
18-30°C
Humidity (%)
50-70%
Potting media
Cactus mix
Fertilizers
Low-nitrogen fertilizer
Watering
Light watering
Plant Weight
200-500 g
Flowering Time
Winter (Nov-Jan)
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Water Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yeild Per Plant
Ornamental, indoor
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial (10+ years
Health Benefits
Air purifier, stress relief
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% sand, 30% perlite, 20% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4 weeks with a diluted cactus fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Mealybugs, Spider Mites, Scale Insects, Aphids.
Improve drainage, reduce watering Wipe with alcohol, neem oil Increase humidity, neem oil Remove by hand, neem oil Insecticidal soap, neem oil
Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Systemic insecticides like imidacloprid, Miticides containing abamectin, Insecticides like acephate.
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Improves indoor air quality by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen.
· May have mild anti-inflammatory properties due to certain plant compounds.
· Used in traditional medicine for treating minor wounds and skin conditions.