{"title":"Epiphyllum (Orchid Cacti)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEpiphyllum grows flat or angled stems that arch, trail and occasionally erupt into oversized flowers. These are jungle cacti, not desert rosettes, so they want bright filtered light, airy bark-rich mix and watering that keeps stems plump without leaving the pot heavy for days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is striking if you like the idea of a cactus but prefer a softer tropical look and the possibility of spectacular bloom events. Epiphyllum brings drama through stems and flowers rather than spines, which is exactly why it sits so well in hanging positions and raised planters. The stems alone can already look impressive even before flowering starts.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"selenicereus-epiphyllum-chrysocardium","title":"Epiphyllum chrysocardium","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEpiphyllum chrysocardium at a glance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEpiphyllum chrysocardium, often called fernleaf cactus, is an epiphytic cactus with deeply lobed phylloclades that look more like jungle fern fronds than ordinary cactus stems. Native to humid forests in southern Mexico, it grows by trailing or arching rather than forming rigid desert columns, and mature plants may also produce large white night-blooming flowers with golden-toned stamens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndoors it performs best in bright filtered light, a humid airy position, and a loose epiphytic mix based on bark, perlite, and a small amount of moisture-retentive material. Watering should keep the substrate lightly moist with a short drying interval rather than prolonged drought. Stem cuttings root after callusing, and the plant is a good choice when you want a cactus with a tropical canopy look rather than desert styling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foliage Factory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53297963041098,"sku":"MM-MEC-1084","price":24.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/0906d2_cbf8c5c63ebe480fa5ec3d47f7504715_mv2.webp?v=1772577756"},{"product_id":"epiphyllum-fruehlingsgold","title":"Epiphyllum 'Frühlingsgold'","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEpiphyllum 'Frühlingsgold' at a glance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEpiphyllum 'Frühlingsgold' is an orchid cactus hybrid grown for long, flattened, arching stems and large creamy-gold night flowers that open briefly but make a strong spring display on mature plants. The stems can trail or cascade from a hanging pot, and unlike desert cacti this hybrid prefers an epiphytic approach: bright filtered light, a loose bark-rich substrate, regular airflow, and moisture that stays even without becoming heavy or stagnant. Flowers can reach about 15–20 cm across and are mildly fragrant, with ruffled petals and a paler throat that gives the bloom extra depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA cooler, drier winter rest around 12–15 °C helps bud formation, while active plants grow best around 18–25 °C. It performs better when roots can breathe between thorough waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foliage Factory","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":53297965171018,"sku":"MM-MEC-1083","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/0906d2_d19b89a3e2e94f748a512fb4dd08ec4f_mv2.webp?v=1772577757"},{"product_id":"epiphyllum-oxypetalum","title":"Epiphyllum oxypetalum","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEpiphyllum oxypetalum at a glance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEpiphyllum oxypetalum, often called Queen of the Night, is a large epiphytic cactus grown for its broad trailing stems and dramatic night-blooming white flowers that can reach impressive size and open for a single evening. Even outside flowering season, its spineless, leaf-like stems create a strong cascading habit that suits hanging baskets, high shelves, or large containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt prefers bright, indirect light, an airy organic mix, and moderate but consistent moisture rather than desert-style dryness. For growers who enjoy plants with a story and are willing to wait for a spectacular bloom event, this species remains one of the most memorable rainforest cacti in cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foliage Factory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53297966940490,"sku":"epiphyllum-oxypetalum","price":135.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/Epiphyllum_oxypetalum_01.webp?v=1772574521"},{"product_id":"epiphyllum-guatemalense","title":"Epiphyllum guatemalense","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEpiphyllum guatemalense at a glance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEpiphyllum guatemalense is a trailing epiphytic cactus with long wavy, twisting stems that give the plant a curled, almost ribbon-like look even when it is not in bloom. Mature plants can also produce night-opening white flowers followed by pink fruits, which adds seasonal interest to stems already distinctive enough to carry the plant on their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike desert cacti, it prefers bright indirect light, moderate humidity, and an airy substrate that stays lightly moist rather than bone dry for long periods, though heavy wet soil still causes rot quickly. In a hanging basket or elevated pot the growth pattern is easiest to appreciate, and warm stable conditions help the stems stay firm, defined, and less prone to yellowing or collapse. It also values consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foliage Factory","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":61183683559754,"sku":"MM-MEC-1081","price":27.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"L","offer_id":61183674974538,"sku":"MM-HILL23","price":40.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/Epiphyllum_guatemalense_01.webp?v=1772574536"},{"product_id":"epiphyllum-pumilum","title":"Epiphyllum pumilum","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEpiphyllum pumilum at a glance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEpiphyllum pumilum is a smaller orchid cactus with upright woody bases that transition into flatter, pendant stems with toothed margins, giving it a graceful hanging habit even before it flowers. In warm, bright-shaded conditions it produces large fragrant white blooms that open at night and last only briefly, adding a dramatic but fleeting highlight to the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts epiphytic background means it prefers a barky, airy mix, regular but careful watering, and moderate humidity without stagnant conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest displayed in a hanging pot or raised position, Epiphyllum pumilum is ideal for growers who want an elegant epiphytic cactus with a softer, more tropical look than desert species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foliage Factory","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":53298021007690,"sku":"MM-HILL24","price":40.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/0906d2_c8830677333c47939ef9c2c0f47007d1_mv2.webp?v=1772577829"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/collections\/file_37aebfcd-fc8b-442d-975c-3d6a308d1a14.webp?v=1773443612","url":"https:\/\/foliage-factory.live\/collections\/epiphyllum.oembed","provider":"Foliage Factory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}