General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Cactus/Succulent
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F)
Plant Height: 6 - 12 inches
Plant Spread: 12 inches
Leaves: Other: Leafless
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Bi-Color: The centers are white with a beautiful shade of magenta/pink on the edges. Outstanding flower.
Bloom Size: 2"-3"
Flower Time: Late winter or early spring
Fall
Late fall or early winter
Winter
Wildlife Attractant: Hummingbirds
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Other: Mature single segment cuttings.
Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Prefers to be under-potted
Miscellaneous: Epiphytic

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Common names
  • Christmas Cactus
  • Holiday Cactus
Also sold as:
  • Christen

Photo Gallery
Location: JBsPlants at Roblyn Farm, New Jersey
Date: 2012-04-01
Cristen Plant
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Location: JBsPlants at Roblyn Farm, New Jersey
Date: 12/2011
Cristen bloom
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