Identification help

16 years ago

After searching the web and forums, I thought I had it identified as Hylocereus, but now am thinking it's an Epiphyllum. I've posted a picture of it flowering and can followup with another with new growth. I'm I right in identifying it as an Epi? In reading, it supposedly it doesn't like direct sun but seems to do well in full sun. Should I cut down on the amount of full sun? Lastly, do I follow the standard cut, let cure, and plant in a dry, well draining media to propogate? Thanks so much in advance!

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cajunbadger
Original Author
16 years ago
Looks like I can't attach a second picture..but if needed, I can follow up with it. Don't want to overload the forum - thanks again!
wazungy
16 years ago
I would guess epiphyllum.

Wazungy
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Dave in NoVA • N. Virginia • zone 7A
16 years ago
A very beautiful Epi hybrid.

Could be Jadaan, Pride of Bell, Valse Brillant, Showboat, Pegasus, or any of many similar-looking hybrids.

Nice!
john_p_marmaro
16 years ago
I agree, an Epi hybrid, possibly multigeneric, including Disocactus (Nopalxochia) kimnachii in its pedigree as well as Epiphyllum. There are a number of xEpicactus hybrids with that flower form and color pattern, but the one from my books that comes closest is xEpicactus 'Marseillaise', on page 94 of of Innes & Glass's The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Cacti. But this is a guess. If you can find a copy of this book, in the library, you may find one that is closer.

Happy Growing!
John in St Petersburg