Epiphyllum cruentum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cruentum
ID:
670840
Status:
valid
Authors:
Anon.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
in Fl. Mag. (London) 1880: t. 413. 1880.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670172
Common Names
- Bloody Orchid Cactus
- Bloody Epiphyllum
- Bloody Leaf Cactus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Epiphyllum cruentum (also called Orchid Cactus, among many other common names) is a cactus with flat stems and white flowers. It is native to Mexico and is typically found in dry, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Epiphyllum cruentum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments including arthritis, osteoporosis, and impotence.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epiphyllum cruentum has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Epiphyllum cruentum is a hardy, evergreen cactus that is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is by seed sown in spring or by cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Epiphyllum cruentum
Epiphyllum cruentum is native to Mexico and Central America.
Epiphyllum cruentum FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Epiphyllum cruentum?
Epiphyllum cruentum prefers temperatures between 60-75 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much light does Epiphyllum cruentum need?
Epiphyllum cruentum needs bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Epiphyllum cruentum?
Epiphyllum cruentum should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch.
Species in the Epiphyllum genus
Epiphyllum baueri, Epiphyllum cartagense, Epiphyllum chrysocardium, Epiphyllum cruentum, Epiphyllum floribundum, Epiphyllum grandilobum, Epiphyllum hookeri, Epiphyllum jenkinsonii, Epiphyllum laui, Epiphyllum macropterum, Epiphyllum oxypetalum, Epiphyllum phyllanthus, Epiphyllum pumilum, Epiphyllum rollissonii, Epiphyllum splendens, Epiphyllum splendidum, Epiphyllum thomasianum, Epiphyllum vandesii, Epiphyllum floribundum,
Species in the Cactaceae family
Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,