Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
truncata
ID:
439867

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Haw.) Moran

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
in Gentes Herbarum 8: 329. 1953.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439199

Common Names

  • Schlumbergera truncata
  • Truncate Schlumbergera
  • Truncate Christmas Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Zygocactus altensteinii (Pfeiff.) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Zygocactus bridgesii (Lem.) Linding. [unknown]
  • Zygocactus truncatus (Haw.) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Cactus truncatus (Haw.) Link [unknown]
  • Cereus truncatus (Haw.) Sweet [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum altensteinii Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum bridgesii Lem. [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum delicatum N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum elegans Cels ex C.F.Först. [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum guedneyrii Houllet [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum purpurascens Lem. [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum ruckeri Paxton [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum ruckerianum Lem. [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum salmoneum Cels ex K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum smithianum Marnock [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum truncatum Haw. [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum truncatum bridgesii (Lem.) Rümpler [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum truncatum wagneri Rol.-Goss. ex Guillaumin [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum violaceum Cels ex C.F.Först. [unknown]
  • Schlumbergera bridgesii (Lem.) Loefgr. [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum truncatum altensteinii (Pfeiff.) Lem. [unknown]
  • Schlumbergera truncata altensteinii (Pfeiff.) Moran [unknown]
  • Zygocactus truncatus delicatus (N.E.Br.) Backeb. & F.M.Knuth [unknown]
  • Schlumbergera truncata delicata (N.E.Br.) Moran [unknown]
  • Zygocactus delicatus (N.E.Br.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum truncatum cruentum T.Br. [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum truncatum magnificum T.Br. [unknown]
  • Epiphyllum truncatum spectabile T.Br. [unknown]

Description

Schlumbergera truncata (also called Thanksgiving Cactus, Christmas Cactus, and Crab Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Brazil. It has flat, segmented stems with small, pointed, purple-spined leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often growing on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Schlumbergera truncata is used as an ornamental plant and can be grown in pots or hanging baskets. It is also used as a houseplant and is known for its bright and colorful flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schlumbergera truncata has bright pink flowers with yellow anthers and a white stigma. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schlumbergera truncata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Schlumbergera truncata

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

Schlumbergera truncata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schlumbergera truncata?

Schlumbergera truncata

What is the natural habitat of Schlumbergera truncata?

Schlumbergera truncata is found in the rainforests of Brazil.

What are the blooming periods of Schlumbergera truncata?

Schlumbergera truncata blooms from late winter to early spring.

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

Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' in the authors string.
Reid Venable Moran (1916-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moran' in the authors string.