The segments are long between 2 to 4 cm wide and about 1 cm with areolas margins provided with bristles subtle dark as the large oblong apical areola where flowers and new segments are developed. Flowers, slightly perfumed, are imbutiformes, star-shaped, symmetrical (actinomorphic) long and wide between 3 and 4 cm, with petals pink slightly withdrawn. Flowers are borne terminally, broadly funnel form, fragrant, 3-4 cm long and in diameter.
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- Scientific Name: Hatiora rosea (Lagerh.) Barthlott
- Common Names: Easter Cactus, Whitsun Cactus, Rose Easter Cactus, Spring cactus, Pink star cactus
- Synonyms: Rhipsalis rosea (basionym), Rhipsalidopsis rosea
- Family: Cactaceae
- Subfamily: Cactoideae
- Tribe: Rhipsalideae
- Species: S. rosea
- Genus: Hatiora
Origin:
Hatiora rosea is native to Brazil.
Hardiness:
Hardiness zones - 10a to 11b: from 30 °F (−1.1 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).
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How to Grow and Care
Contrary to many of the other succulents we commonly keep as houseplants, Easter cacti are epiphytic and naturally occur in Brazilian rainforests. Their growth pattern (on trees and rocks) and natural habitat mean they require different care than their desert cousins: more water and less light.
Easter cactus care is similar to that of other ‘seasonal’ cacti from the Schlumbergera genus, which bloom during Wintertime.
As with most succulents, propagating is not too much of a challenge. Just remove a piece consisting of a few leaf segment, let it dry for a few days and then stick it in a coarse soil mixture.
Light: This tropical cacti likes bright partial light only. It should never be exposed to full sunlight or midday sunlight.
Water: In summer, water with warm water every 3-5 days. The soil between watering should be slightly dry. The plant is harmful as the complete drying of the earth coma, and stagnation of moisture. When watering the water should leave the drainage hole, but it must be immediately poured from the pan. From October to December watering rare – 1 time per week.
Temperature: Hatioras prefers spring, summer, and fall temperatures around 75-80 °F (24-27 °C). Winter temperatures should be between 45-65 °F (7-18 °C) only.
Soil: Due to its natural growing environment being on rocks or trees, this cacti requires rough soil to grow well. A 1:1 mixture of potting soil to pumice, tree bark, or perlite is required. Pumice is preferred.
Fertilizer: Hatioras prefers fertilization every 14 days. Use a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer, and dilute to half strength. Do not fertilize during resting period.
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