Epiphyllum 'Vern Hettinger' Fully-Rooted Starter Pot - Orchid Cactus Epiphyllum Hybrids Epiphytes - No Shipping to California Or Arizona!

Epiphyllum 'Vern Hettinger' Fully-Rooted Starter Pot - Orchid Cactus Epiphyllum Hybrids Epiphytes - No Shipping to California Or Arizona!

Easy To Grow Gift Ideas Low Maintenance Unique Plants Rare Succulents LOOK!!-) Items cannot be shipped to CALIFORNIA or ARIZONA due to state import laws. Any orders from these states will be canceled. My apologies for this inconvenience. Ephiphyllum, Orchid Cactus ‘Vern Hettinger’, Ephiphyllum hybrid, Cactaceae, 3in potted plant Name: Orchid Cactus ‘Vern Hettinger’ Scientific Name: Ephiphyllum hybrid Family: Cactaceae The plants known as epiphyllum hybrids, epiphyllums or just epis, which are widely grown for their flowers, are artificial hybrids of species within the tribe. In spite of the common name, Epiphyllum species are less often involved as parents of Epiphyllum hybrids. The parent species from which epiphyllum hybrids were bred are different in appearance and habit from most cacti. They are found in the tropical forests of Central America where they grow as climbers or on trees as epiphytes Hylocereeae, particularly species of Disocactus, Pseudorhipsalis and Selenicereus. They have leafless (or apparently leafless) flattened stems which act as the plant’s photosynthetic organs. Relatively large flowers are borne on the sides of the stems; in many species they open at night. Origination: Central America Recommended Uses: Ornamental Height: 1-2 feet Hardiness: zones: 10 Other Names: Ephiphyllum, Climbing cacti, orchid cacti Growing Instructions: Sun to Partial Shade/Light Shade (protect from direct sunlight) Average watering needs, but take care not to over water More info: The plants known as epiphyllum hybrids, epiphyllums or just epis, which are widely grown for their flowers, are artificial hybrids of species within the tribe Hylocereeae, particularly species of Disocactus, Pseudorhipsalis and Selenicereus. In spite of the common name, Epiphyllum species are less often involved as parents of Epiphyllum hybrids. The parent species from which epiphyllum hybrids were bred are different in appearance and habit from most cacti. They are found in the tropical forests of Central America where they grow as climbers or on trees as epiphytes. They have leafless (or apparently leafless) flattened stems which act as the plant’s photosynthetic organs. Relatively large flowers are borne on the sides of the stems; in many species they open at night They are fast growing plants. Epiphyllum hybrids should be re-potted every 2 to 3 years as they tend to deplete the nutrients in their growing medium, however they like to be root bound to flower. You will receive a plant that is very similar to the plants pictured however they may have grown some or depending on the time of year, they could be semi-dormant. I have only grown plants in Florida and will send out anything I feel comfortable will grow here. It is up to you to know the conditions that these plants grow in the part of the country you reside in. I would never send a dying plant. Most of these plants we have are not "domesticated" so the must be grown similarly to their native climate. In other words, they flower when they flower, they go dormant when they go dormant, and they prefer the climates that they are used to growing in to flourish. Ships in 3” pots. It is possible for leaves or stems to break in transit but generally this is only cosmetic, and the plant will recover once watered and put in a bright location (But not direct sun since they just came out of the box!). We take great care in packaging our plants and problems have always been VERY rare. Though our current shop is new, we have close to 10 years of experience shipping plants. Heat packs are available for purchase with your item to use if cold weather is expected at the time of shipment. (Link to Heat Pack: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSWSZYCR ) WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PLANTS THAT ARE DAMAGED BY COLD WEATHER. NO REFUNDS OR REPLACEMENTS FOR COLD DAMAGED PLANTS. Keep in mind some plants we carry are very tropical and even cold, not freezing, temperatures can kill them. Please contact us within 24 hours of delivery if there are issues aside from cold weather damage, we want you to be happy with your purchase. Care Instructions are included with your order. Don’t hesitate to reach out to me for any extra advice you may require. We want you to be successful with our babies! If you have any questions about this item or others, please message me and I will gladly answer them. Heat packs are available for purchase with your item to use if cold weather is expected at the time of shipment. (Link to Heat Pack: http://bit.ly/3VEWwpx ) WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PLANTS THAT ARE DAMAGED BY COLD WEATHER. NO REFUNDS OR REPLACEMENTS FOR COLD DAMAGED PLANTS. Keep in mind some plants we carry are very tropical and even cold, not freezing, temperatures can kill them. Please contact us within 24 hours of delivery if there are issues aside from cold weather damage, we want you to be happy with your purchase. Care Instructions are included with your order. Don’t hesitate to reach out to me for any extra advic