Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
exotica
ID:
439847

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barthlott & Rauh

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 28: 278. 1977.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439179

Common Names

  • Schlumbergera exotica
  • Exotic Schlumbergera
  • Exotic Christmas Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Schlumbergeranthus exoticus (Barthlott & Rauh) Doweld [unknown]

Description

Schlumbergera exotica (also called exotic cactus, among many other common names) is a perennial cactus native to Brazil. It has small, pink flowers and small, oval leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and tropical woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Schlumbergera exotica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as cut flowers for bouquets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, fever, and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schlumbergera exotica has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schlumbergera exotica is an epiphytic cactus that grows up to 30 cm tall. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is by stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and warm until they root.

Where to Find Schlumbergera exotica

Schlumbergera exotica can be found in the tropical rainforests of Brazil.

Schlumbergera exotica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schlumbergera exotica?

Schlumbergera exotica

Where is Schlumbergera exotica native to?

Central and South America

What type of plant is Schlumbergera exotica?

Tropical cactus

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,

References

Werner Rauh (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauh' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Barthlott (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barthlott' in the authors string.