Plant name: Christmas cactus
Botanical name: Schlumbergera xbuckleyi
Category: Tropicals and tender perennials
Hardiness: USDA Zones 9- 11
(for outdoor growth, but this plant is suitable for indoor growth)
Sun Exposure: Sun to partial shade
Danger: Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Colors: Pink, red, coral/apricot, white/near white
Bloom Times: Late fall/early winter, mid-winter
Foliage: Evergreen smooth-textured
Water Needs: Water regularly; do not overwater
Propagation Methods: From leaf cuttings
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