Epiphyllum cartagense
About
Epiphyllum cartagense is an epiphytic species of cactus native to Costa Rica and Panama. This species occurs in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forest or montane wet forest at elevations of 600 to 2000 m. The population is stable and the IUCN categorises the species as least concern. International trade is restricted to the conditions of CITES. The specific epithet cartagense refers to the locality Cartago in Costa Rica.
- Family
- Cactaceae
How to use it
Epiphyllum cartagense is primarily valued for its ornamental beauty. Its stunning night-blooming flowers can add a unique touch to gardens or indoor spaces. Additionally, as an epiphyte, it can be grown on trees or in hanging baskets, making it a versatile choice for plant enthusiasts looking to create a lush, tropical atmosphere.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Epiphyllum cartagense
- Slug
- epiphyllum-cartagense
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Cactaceae
- Genus
- Epiphyllum
- Species
- cartagense
- Wikidata QID
- Q310137
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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