Epiphyllum guatemalense monstrosa 'Curly Sue' - Cactus Orchid
Regular price $32.00Curly Sue is a pure pot of joy! An epiphyte that has adapted to obtain the most light and moisture it can, the fleshy green stems of this plant twist and curl to give it the best advantage to survive. In the home however, Curly Sue appears to have gorgeous thick green locks that tend to maintain themselves. A well draining soil mix, a bright but indirect light and a soak when the soil dries out will keep this plant very happy. Epiphyllums are in the night flowering cacti family and will produce dramatic flowers on long stems that only open at night and if self pollinated will produce delicious fruit that looks and tastes just like a miniature dragon fruit!
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Current Pot Size: 110mm
Synonyms: Curly locks cactus, Orchid cactus, Curly jungle cactus
Light: Part - Full Shade - Category 2-4 (please see our blog on plant light requirements)
Soil: Well draining, moisture retaining - Succulent mix (please see our blog on soil requirements)
Fertiliser: As directed on your fertiliser of choice then dilute again 1:10. Fortnightly or monthly during the growing season (please see our blog on plant food)
Watering: This plant is an epiphyte and does not like wet feet. Be sure that it is drying out between watering.
Maintenance: Keep warm and on the drier side during the winter months. Airflow is important.
Transport Risk: Low
All plants pictured are considered an accurate representation of the plant you will receive. It represents the rough size, colour and condition. These are plants however and due to changes in climatic conditions and plant variation there will be minor differences.
We are now adding in 'Transport risk' in the product description as some plants are more delicate than others and/or find transport stressful. We will rate in terms of Low, Medium or High risk and discuss specifically to the plant in question. If this information is not provided yet please feel free to reach out via email to ask. Please also note that if plants are sent with new leaves that haven't had the chance to harden off they are susceptible to physical damage in transit as the slightest touch can cause it.
Please note that we use 'Bugs for Bugs' regularly as a preventative control measure for pests. These predatory bugs are administered in vermiculite. This vermiculite is sprinkles onto the leaves and sometimes remains.
