Humans will be humans though, and in 1950, breeding efforts brought forth the first yellow orchid cactus, called Reward. The original cuttings sold for $400. Perhaps blue epies are on the horizon.

Q. How do I care for my orchid cactus? -- Ronnie, South Fallsburg A. The orchid cactus is a beautiful flowering plant that does not fit the typical idea we associate with cacti. The Epiphyllum orch… ...

Q:I have a pink-flowered orchid cactus about 5 years old and 4 feet long. It is so beautiful when in bloom. Is it possible to divide the plant in half, as it is quite crowded in the container?

People stay up at night to enjoy the opening of the flowers of the tropical wonder Epiphyllum petalum, better known by its common name, queen of the night flower, or orchid cactus, not to be ...

Few plants are as aptly named as the Christmas cactus (schlumbergera). Every holiday season, these eye-catching cactus - with their colorful, orchid- like flowers - burst into bloom. "Christmas ...

Keep your plant indoors while in bloom and during the cold winter weather. During warmer weather, and after all the blossoms decline, move the plant outdoors to a shady or filtered-sun location.