GARDENING: Heady Fragrance From Queen Of The Night (Epiphyllum oxypetalum)

Epiphyllum oxypetalum (Queen Of The Night, Night Blooming Cereus)
Epiphyllum oxypetalum (Queen Of The Night, Night Blooming Cereus)


2019.08.24 - First published.
2021.02.22 - Updated with new video.



Queen Of The Night

Scientific Name
Epiphyllum oxypetalum

Family
Cactus

Origin
Tropical forests of Mexico

Maintenance
Does well in full sun and partial shade
Regular misting
Do not allow the soil to dry
Keeping it consistently moist but not soggy

Flowers
Flowers begin to bloom around 10PM.
They wilt and lose fragrance before sunrise.
The flowers have a very intoxicating soapy scent

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