Cultivation methods and precautions of Epiphyllum

1. Soil

The soil for growing Epiphyllum requires good drainage, rich in humus, loose and fertile. It can be made by mixing leaf mold with a small amount of fine sand.

2. Water

In summer, you should water the Epiphyllum more often, but do not let water accumulate in the soil, and do not let it be exposed to rain, otherwise the roots will easily rot. You can spray it with water 1-2 times in the morning and evening to increase the air humidity. In spring and autumn, just keep the soil in the pot from being too dry. In winter, you need to control the moisture and wait until the soil is dry before watering.

3. Lighting

Epiphyllum prefers a semi-shady growing environment, but it cannot be completely deprived of sunlight. When the sunlight is relatively soft in winter, you need to place it in a sunny place indoors. When the sunlight is relatively strong in summer, you need to place it where it cannot be exposed to direct sunlight.

4. Temperature

The optimal growth temperature of Epiphyllum is between 15-25℃. When the temperature is too high in summer, you can cool it down. In winter, it is best to adjust the temperature to between 10-12℃. The minimum should not be lower than 5℃, otherwise it will suffer from frost damage.

5. Notes

1. Avoid strong light. When the Epiphyllum is exposed to strong light, its leaves will become dry and develop yellow spots and burnt edges, so when the sunlight is too strong, certain measures must be taken to shade it.

2. Drain stagnant water. Because Epiphyllum is very afraid of waterlogging, it is best not to let it be exposed to heavy rain. After each rain, check whether there is rainwater accumulation in the soil. If so, drain it out.