{"title":"Cactus Lepismium","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"180\"\u003eGenus: Lepismium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"193\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cactaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"206\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"222\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lepismium, Climbing Cactus\u003cbr data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"252\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"269\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical rainforests of Central and South America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"588\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"337\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"340\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eLepismium\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genus of epiphytic cacti characterised by slender, flattened, or angled stems that often have a somewhat leafy appearance. These cacti are climbers or trailers, growing naturally on trees in humid, shaded rainforest environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eTheir flowers are usually bright and showy, with colours ranging from white and pink to red, and they tend to bloom along the edges of the stems. The flowers open primarily during the day and attract pollinators such as bees and hummingbirds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eBecause of their trailing habit and elegant blooms, Lepismium species make excellent indoor plants or greenhouse specimens, adding a tropical flair to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eLepismium thrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e to partial shade, mimicking their natural understory habitat. They prefer \u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003ewell-draining, organic-rich soil\u003c\/strong\u003e that retains some moisture but doesn’t stay soggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003eWater moderately during the growing season and reduce watering in winter. These cacti appreciate higher humidity and good air circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eLepismium species are often confused with related epiphytic cacti such as \u003cem data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eRhipsalis\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003eSchlumbergera\u003c\/em\u003e but can be distinguished by their stem and flower structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003eTheir tropical origins mean they are less cold-tolerant than desert cacti, so protection from frost is essential in cooler climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003eThey are a favourite among collectors for their unique form and striking blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/lepismium.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}