Schlumbergera, Crab Cactus, Holiday Cactus, Thanksgiving Cactus
Schlumbergeratruncata 'Beach Dancer'

Category
Cactus and Succulents
Epiphytes

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Partial to Full Shade

Foliage
Provides Winter Interest

Foliage Color

Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Spacing

Hardiness

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Suitable for growing in containers

Danger

Bloom Color
Coral/Apricot
White/Near White

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Fall/Early Winter
Mid Winter

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
From herbaceous stem cuttings
Allow cut surface to callous over before planting
From seed; direct sow after last frost

Seed Collecting