Learn All About Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) with our Guide
Native to Brazil, the Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) is one of the most popular houseplant choices as it has very minimal care requirements and blooms every year around Christmas time. Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) can live up 100 years with the right care.
Light |
Bright, indirect light is best for Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) out of direct sunlight. |
Watering |
Water your Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) once every 2-3 weeks in the growing season (March-September) and reduce watering in Winter. |
Humidity |
Unlike other Cactus, Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) likes some humidity and can be misted a couple of times a week. |
Temperature |
Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) prefers temperatures between 15-21c. |
Fertilizer |
Feed your Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) monthly during the growing season (March-September). |
Toxicity |
Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) is non toxic and can live along side pets and small children. |
Additional Care Information |
You should not fertilize a Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) when the plant begins to flower because it can cause the buds to drop off. |
Troubleshooting |
Wilted or weak leaves on your Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) indicates lack of water. Water your Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) and follow the watering schedule above. Mushy or soft leaves is a sign the Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) has been overwatered. Check the roots and remove any mushy parts of the plant. Allow the soil to dry out completely and water less frequently. |
The information above is written by Plantila and should be used as a guide only. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you need any additional advice. If you have purchased a plant at Plantila that's not doing so well please send us a picture via WhatsApp to 028 42 798478 and we will try to help.