Curly Sue Cutting

Botanical Name: Epiphyllum guatemalense monstrosa

Common Names: Curly Sue, Cactus Orchid, Curly Locks

Curly Sue is prized for its unique, twisting green stems and its beautiful, night-blooming flowers. This easy-care jungle cactus is great for hanging baskets and indoor spots. It handles the heat of Perth but must be kept out of direct summer sun. Cuttings are a slow grower but worth the wait for the unusual foliage.

Photo shows flower forming. Followed by fruit.

Features:

Ideal prune height: Trailing/hanging

pH growing conditions: 5.5–7.0 (Well-drained mix)

Sun or shade: Bright spot, indirect sun

Minimum pot size year 5: 20cm hanging basket

Time to flower age: 3–5 years (depending on size)

Interesting note: The small red fruit is edible and tastes like mild dragonfruit. Flowers open at night.

Pick-up in Parkwood by appointment. 

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