How to Care for Epiphyllum oxypetalum (Queen of the Night)
Korean name: 월하미인
Epiphyllum oxypetalum is a succulent shrub belonging to the cactus family, characterized by its broad flat leaves and large fragrant white flowers that bloom at night. It requires moderate light and well-draining soil to thrive. It grows slowly and is relatively easy to care for.
Key facts
- Category: Cactus
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Where to keep: indoors
- Native to: Central and South America
- Growth rate: Slow
- Pets: No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.
- Flower meaning: purity, ephemeral beauty
- Traits: night blooming, fragrant flowers, cactus, partial shade
- Also known as: Queen of the Night, Dutchman's Pipe Cactus
Care Guide
- Light: Prefers bright indirect light to partial shade.
- Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil dries out.
- Soil: Use well-draining cactus soil.
- Humidity: Thrives in normal indoor humidity.
- Temperature: Ideal temperature is 15~25°C.
- Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month from spring to fall.
Common questions
How often should you water Epiphyllum oxypetalum?
Water thoroughly when the soil dries out. Roughly every 14 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.
Where should you keep Epiphyllum oxypetalum?
It likes Prefers bright indirect light to partial shade.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining cactus soil..
Is Epiphyllum oxypetalum safe around pets?
No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.
Is Epiphyllum oxypetalum good for beginners?
Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around Ideal temperature is 15~25°C.. Humidity: Thrives in normal indoor humidity.. Fertilise Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month from spring to fall..