Aporophyllum 'Pink Beauty' – Cascading Cactus with Stunning Pink Blooms
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Aporophyllum 'Pink Beauty' – Cascading Cactus with Stunning Pink Blooms
Aporophyllum 'Pink Beauty' is a remarkable hybrid epiphytic cactus, a cross between Epiphyllum and Aporocactus, producing long, trailing stems and breathtaking pink flowers. Originating from cultivated hybrids rather than natural habitats, this plant thrives in hanging baskets and containers, making it a favourite for indoor and greenhouse cultivation.
Distinctive Features
- Vibrant Pink Flowers: Produces large, funnel-shaped pink blooms that open fully, revealing a delicate stamen arrangement.
- Cascading Growth Habit: The long, trailing stems make it perfect for hanging pots and elevated planters.
- Hybrid Epiphytic Nature: As a cross between Epiphyllum and Aporocactus, it combines the best traits of both genera, with resilience and prolific flowering.
Care Tips
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect light with some direct morning sun.
- Water: Water moderately, allowing the topsoil to dry slightly between watering.
- Humidity: Thrives in moderate to high humidity but adapts to typical indoor conditions.
- Temperature: Best grown in temperatures between 10–27°C, with protection from frost.
- Fertiliser: Use a balanced cactus fertiliser every two weeks during the growing season.
- Potting: Requires a well-draining mix, ideally a combination of orchid bark, perlite, and cactus soil.
- Propagation: Easily propagated through stem cuttings, allowing it to root quickly in well-draining soil.
Additional Notes
- Unlike many desert cacti, it enjoys occasional misting to mimic its natural epiphytic environment.
- Flowers best when slightly root-bound and given a winter resting period with reduced watering.
- Non-toxic to pets, making it a safe choice for households with cats or dogs.
With its striking pink flowers and cascading stems, Aporophyllum 'Pink Beauty' is a captivating addition to any collection. Whether displayed in a hanging basket or trained along a trellis, this hybrid cactus offers a spectacular floral show with minimal care.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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- Dispatch Day: All orders are dispatched on Tuesdays.
- Cut-off for Same Week Dispatch: Orders must be placed by Monday 7am (AEST) to be sent that week. Orders placed after this will be dispatched the following Tuesday.
WA, NT & TAS Orders
- Cut-off: Orders to WA, NT and TAS must be placed by Friday 7am (AEST) to be included in the following week’s dispatch.
- Treatment & Delay: These orders require biosecurity treatment and certification, which is completed each Friday. Please allow an additional 1–2 weeks for processing.
Plant Health Certification (PHAC) Fees
- $20 fee applies to WA orders.
- $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders.
- This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping cost at checkout.
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Size: 80mm Pot
