Ep. 16 - Jungle Cacti

Not all cacti are from the desert! Some live in tropical forests, adapted for less light and more moisture than their desert cousins.

Orchid cactus, Christmas cactus, and many others are epiphytic tropical plants, offering indoor gardeners an interesting alternative to the hot and dry-loving cacti we all know and love… And offering Matthew a chance to talk about his current favorites, the Zig Zag and Fern Leaf Cactus! OK?

Mentioned in this episode:

• where these cacti originate, and why some defy the conventional expectation of coming from hot, dry, full-sun climates, and instead, grow more like Orchids and Aroids

• some favorites prized for their flowers, growth habit, or foliage

• how to achieve flowers!