ZYGO CACTUS 'SCHLUMBERGERA TRUNCATA'

Festive Holiday Glow: Zygo Cactus

Scientific Name: Schlumbergera truncata

Common Names / Known As: Thanksgiving Cactus, Holiday Cactus, Crab Cactus, False Christmas Cactus

Brief Description: Native to the coastal rainforests of southeastern Brazil, the Zygo Cactus, or Schlumbergera truncata, dazzles with its segmented, claw-like, green stems and vibrant tubular flowers in shades of pink, red, white, or orange. Blooming in late fall, it brings festive cheer to indoor spaces, often cascading beautifully in hanging baskets. This low-maintenance plant is perfect for beginner plant parents seeking a splash of holiday color.

Pot sizes - 12cm Nursery pot and 16.5cm Hanging Basket

Quirky Fact / Common Use: Known as the "Thanksgiving Cactus" for its November blooms, its flowers open at night and close by morning, mimicking a festive light show that's been cherished in homes for generations, sometimes living over 50 years!

(Received plants may differ slightly from images displayed. Unless otherwise specified, all Plants come in black nursery pots)