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The plant known as the Christmas cactus as it can be grown to flower around Christmas is Schlumbergia , it was called Zygocactus until recently.
A Christmas Cactus....Zygocactus - The Red is beautiful and quite festive.

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What is cactus that blooms during Christmas?

There is a Christmas cactus plant that is available, Please refer to the related links below for names and pictures.


How did the Christmas cactus get its name?

The name "Christmas cactus" was given because the plant normally blooms in late fall or early winter, just before Christmas. In addition its leaves are a deep green color while its flowers are a reddish purple, similar to the traditional Christmas colors of red and green.


Why does Christmas cactus only flower at Christmas?

The Christmas cactus [Schlumbergera and Zygocactus spp] blooms in response to appropriate heat, light and moisture levels. At the same time, it blooms in response to its genetic inheritance. It's a native of the Brazilian rain forest, where its growing season corresponds to northern winters. The appropriate environmental conditions, the genetic inheritance, and the growing season combine to make the Christmas cactus bloom when it does.


Is Christmas always capitalized even in a name of a plant such as Christmas cactus?

Yes


Is Christmas cactus a c3 c4 or CAM plant?

Yes!


Indoor flowering plant that starts with a letter c?

Christmas cactus


What is a plant that that has a bird named after it and reminds you of Christmas?

Poinsettia, whipping willow , bird of paradise, christmas cactus,


I have a very large cactus plant with yellow and purple blooms. Can I make a tea with it?

well, you can make tea with just about anything...it just may not taste very great


What plant is considered in Christmas season?

The plant considered to be in season during Christmas is the Poinsetta.


Tips For Christmas Cactus Care Indoors?

With their unique appearance and stunning blossoms, Christmas cacti have become a beloved choice for plant enthusiasts and seasonal décor enthusiasts alike. To ensure longevity, here are some essential tips for Christmas cactus care indoors:


What went wrong if two weeks after buying a Christmas cactus in full bloom most of the smaller buds dried up and fell off?

the Christmas castus only blooms at Christmas time. the rest of the year it will be greenery but around next october-November keep in warm and humid. try putttin a plastic bag over the plant with a small hole at the top so it doesnt go moldy. keep soil moist but don't over water. make sure it gets some sunlight to promote blooming. when you see the first blooms remove bag and it should stay till Christmas.


What plant group does a plant cactus belong to?

the cactus belongs in the plant group.