The orchid cactus is a gorgeous group of tree-growing cacti. The Epiphyllum (the botanical name) has broad, flat, leaflike stems scalloped on the edge, strung together by a woody midvein.
These jewels are the proud owners of some of the largest, most unbelievable flowers in the whole plant world. The porcelain-petaled, saucer-size pond lily suffers by comparison. Not An Orchid At All Although the epiphyllum is called the “orchid cactus” it is not an orchid but a cactus. These are the most majestic of hanging plants, easy to handle, and include a group of miniature or basket varieties. There is even a series of compact, yet free-flowering hybrids for those with limited growing areas indoors or out. I've tried to replicate this beautiful flower is sugar, I think I've almost nailed it, I say almost because looking at it right now there are a few things I would do different.
