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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › SchlumbergeraSchlumbergera - Wikipedia

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   Cultivation of Christmas cacti. History. Modern cultivars. Common names. Care of cultivars. Pests and diseases. References. Bibliography. External links. Schlumbergera is a small genus of cacti with six to nine species found in the coastal mountains of south-eastern Brazil.

2. plants.ces.ncsu.edu › plants › schlumbergera-x-buckleyiSchlumbergera x buckleyi (Christmas Cactus, True Christmas ...

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   Description. Christmas Cactus is a hybrid, container-grown houseplant that produces showy blooms from November until mid-February. Its blooms droop down toward the ground and the stem segments are flattened with scalloped edges. This cactus is rarely for sale.

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   What genus is a Christmas cactus?

   • The Christmas Cactus possesses a scientific name that belongs to a genus that has a confusing history – to say the least. The plant currently belongs to the Schlumbergera genus and has the botanical name (Schlumbergera bridgesii – synonym: S. × buckleyi – hybrid) from the parent plant named Schlumbergera Truncata.

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   Why is it called Christmas cactus?

   • These flowers became known as the Christmas cactus. According to a piece published by the University of Illinois Extension, however, the name has more to do with the time of year in which the cactus blooms than anything else. In fact, similar-looking cacti from the schlumbergera family are also referred to as Thanksgiving and Easter cacti.

   The story behind the Christmas cactus - Simplemost

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   What is a holiday cactus?

   • The name "holiday cactus" has been used to include both Schlumbergera and Rhipsalidopsis cultivars. When grown as house plants, Schlumbergera cultivars are said to be relatively easy to care for.

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   Who created the genus Cactus?

   • In 1753, Carl Linnaeus created the genus Cactus. As more species were discovered this proved too broad, and new genera were set up to subdivide the cacti. The genus Epiphyllum was created in 1812 by Haworth, based on Linnaeus's Cactus phyllanthus. In 1831, Johann Link created the genus Phyllocactus based on the same species.

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4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Schlumbergera_russellianaSchlumbergera russelliana - Wikipedia

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   Schlumbergera russelliana is a species of plant in the family Cactaceae. It is endemic to a small area of the coastal mountains of south-eastern Brazil where its natural habitat is moist forest. It grows on trees as an epiphyte. It is one of the parents of many of the popular houseplants known as Christmas cactus or Thanksgiving cactus.

   • Species: S. russelliana
   • Genus: Schlumbergera

   • Family: Cactaceae
   • Kingdom: Plantae

5. houseplantsexpert.com › christmas-cactusChristmas Cactus - Schlumbergera Bridgesii - Description and Care

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   Aug 25, 2023 · The Christmas Cactus possesses a scientific name that belongs to a genus that has a confusing history – to say the least. The plant currently belongs to the Schlumbergera genus and has the botanical name (Schlumbergera bridgesii – synonym: S. × buckleyi – hybrid) from the parent plant named Schlumbergera Truncata.

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7. www.thespruce.com › christmas-cactus-4176983How to Care for Christmas Cactus - The Spruce

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   Oct 26, 2023 · Plant in average soil and give 4 to 6 hours of diffused light daily. Provide temperatures between 70°F and 80°F. throughout the growing season. Feed with half strength water soluble balanced fertilizer in spring and again in early summer. In September/October Move Christmas cactus indoors to a diffused light location.

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8. www.simplemost.com › the-story-behind-theThe story behind the Christmas cactus - Simplemost

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   Dec 27, 2018 · On Christmas Eve, overwhelmed by the enormity of his task, he prayed to God for guidance. Suddenly, he heard the villagers singing a hymn he had taught them. When he turned, he saw the village ...

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10. www.ourhouseplants.com › plants › christmascactusSchlumbergera Buckleyi (Christmas Cactus / Thanksgiving Cactus)

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    The Christmas Cactus or Thanksgiving Cactus flowers between November and Christmas. This guide tells you how to grow this easy care houseplant.