epiphyllumepiphyllum
genusgenusUnique climbing or trailing cacti that produce spectacular, large flowers that typically bloom at night. These unusual plants develop flattened, leaf-like stems that can grow in a cascading manner, making them particularly striking in hanging displays.
Etymology
The name 'Epiphyllum' comes from Greek 'epi' meaning 'upon' and 'phyllon' meaning 'leaf', referring to the way the flowers appear to grow directly from what looks like leaves but are actually flattened stems.
Interesting fact!
Their magnificent flowers, which can span the size of a dinner plate, often open at sunset and last for just one night, earning them a reputation as nature's ephemeral performers.
All species of Epiphyllum
epiphyllumThomasianum
Thomas' orchid cactus, Salmon queen epiphyllum, Night blooming cereus.
epiphyllumAnguliger
Fishbone cactus, Ric rac orchid cactus, Zigzag cactus.
epiphyllumPumilum
Dwarf orchid cactus, Mini orchid cactus, Miniature epiphyllum.
epiphyllumOxypetalum
Queen of the night, Night blooming cereus, Moon flower cactus.
epiphyllumCartagense
Cartago orchid cactus, White night blooming cereus, Costa Rican epiphyllum.
epiphyllumGrandilobum
Giant orchid cactus, Large-leaf night blooming cereus, Giant climbing cactus.
epiphyllumCrenatum
Orchid cactus, Queen of the night, Curly orchid cactus.
epiphyllumPhyllanthus
Queen of the night, Night blooming cereus, Orchid cactus.
epiphyllumLaui
Lau's orchid cactus, Giant epiphyllum, Night blooming cereus.
epiphyllumHookeri
Hooker's orchid cactus, Day blooming epiphyllum, Climbing orchid cactus.
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