Epiphyllum Fred Boutin 13

Information

This is the beautiful, registered hybrid variety 'Fred Boutin'! Its flowers are officially described as medium to large, flat-opening, star-shaped yellow blooms, often featuring a slight orange throat.   It's also quite an early-flowering variety, which is always a bonus.

(Note: The photo shows a damaged bloom. This variety is known for having petals with good substance—meaning they are thicker and more durable—but this can sometimes make them prone to slight damage while opening, especially in humid conditions. You can expect a long-lasting, sturdy flower!)

Cuttings & Growth Habit:

You will receive a small cutting because this particular variety does not tend to grow large, long stems (cladodes). This compact habit means it usually forms a neater, tidier plant.

Important Growing Tips:

• Jungle Habitat: Remember, these are jungle cacti! Their natural habitat is warm, humid, and shady—definitely not desert conditions.

• Light: They much prefer morning light or bright, filtered conditions. Avoid full sun, which can easily scorch them.

• Water: Water well during active growth (typically spring and summer). They need more water than desert cacti.

P.S. Please read the information panel we've put up under the other Epicactus/Epiphyllum listings for comprehensive care and general tips!

Dragon Fruit, Curly Sue, Fishbone Cactus—whatever unique names they go by, these Epiphytic Cacti are the true show-stoppers of the cactus world!   Unlike their arid, desert cousins, these incredible plants hail from the lush, humid rainforests of Central and South America, where they grow happily on tree trunks and rocks.   If you’re looking to build a magnificent indoor jungle, this is where you start!

In this collection, you'll find stunning flat-stemmed bloomers like Epiphyllum, Disocactus, and the impressive climbing and trailing Selenicereus (which includes the Dragon Fruit plant). They are often trailing and always magnificent, offering a completely different, wavy texture and look from your standard spiky cacti.