Epiphyllum is a plant of the genus Epiphyllum in the Cactaceae family that grows at an altitude of 1000-1200 meters.
It is called the "beauty under the moon" because it blooms in the evening, and because after its flowers unfold, they slowly wither after 1-2 hours. The whole process only takes about 4 hours, so it is known as a "short-lived flower in the pan".
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The flower language of Epiphyllum is "the beauty of a moment, the eternity of a moment."
Epiphyllum is native to tropical American desert areas and is now widely distributed in Guangdong, Hainan, Yunnan, Taiwan and Fujian, China.
Its stem is cylindrical, with a height between 2-6 meters, and the leaves are ovate-oblong or lanceolate, with deep and shallow teeth on the edges, and a length of 15-20 cm.
The flowers are white or pink, and the flowers are larger, with a diameter of 10-30 cm, and the petals are single or double.
The cultivation of epiphyllum requires attention to some details.
It likes a warm, dry and well-ventilated environment, and is not tolerant of cold or waterlogging.
Adequate water and fertilizer are required during the growing period, but not excessive.
In winter, warm-keeping measures need to be taken to prevent plants from being harmed by low temperatures.
Epiphyllum is not only beautiful, but also has certain medicinal value.
Its leaves can treat symptoms such as asthma and coughs, and its flowers can treat symptoms such as fever and colds.
In addition, epiphyllum can also be used to make drinks, soups and other delicacies, which are refreshing and nutritious.
In short, epiphyllum is a beautiful and practical plant. Although it blooms for a short time, its beauty is unforgettable.