Height: 2–3ft (60–90cm)

Spread: 10–12in (25–30cm)

Winter: 50°F (10°C) in early to late winter; from late winter to mid-spring, increase this to 55°F (13°C). Direct light without full sun

Summer: 55–70°F (13–21°C); from late summer to early winter, maintain 50–55°F (10–13°C). Direct light without full sun

Care: From early to late winter, keep compost lightly moist, never letting it dry out. From late winter to early spring, slowly increase the amount of water. From mid-spring to late summer, keep compost moist but not waterlogged. From late summer to early winter, keep compost moist, watering when it shows signs of becoming dry. From when the flower buds start to form to when the last flower fades, feed every 2 weeks with weak, high-potash liquid fertilizer. Epiphyllums flower best when slightly pot-bound, but every 3 years repot them a short while after the last flower fades.

Propagation: During midsummer, take 5–6in (13–15cm) cuttings. Allow the cuts to dry for a few days, then insert in sandy compost, and place in 70°F (21°C).