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Schlumbergera truncata

Family Cactaceae
Plant Type cactus
Zone USDA:   10a - 11   RHS:   HH - FT   EGF:   G1 - G2   Australia:   4 - 5  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 20 - 45 cm (8 - 18 in)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light light shade to partial shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The cactus Schlumbergera truncata (claw cactus) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and white blossoms. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen.
Typical Uses Container, hanging basket, house plant and tropical.