Schlumbergera X Buckleyi
5.0 out of 5 (7 experiences)
Easy to propagate
Fast grower
About Schlumbergera X Buckleyi
Did you know plants in the Schlumbergera genus are actually leafless? Instead of leaves, they use modified stems to capture sunlight! Unlike the Easter cactus, this species flowers in the later autumn or winter. They also have pointed wings at the corners, where its counterpart has more rounded edges. In the wild, they are epiphytes, meaning they grow on tree branches or rocks! 🌳 🪨
Taxonomy
Schlumbergera x buckleyi
Schlumbergera
Cactaceae
Caryophyllales
Also known as
True Christmas Cactus, True Christmas Cactus, Christmas Cactus and Holiday Cactus
How to care for Schlumbergera X Buckleyi
Water
How often to water your Schlumbergera X Buckleyi
every 12
Schlumbergera X Buckleyi needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
12
Light
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Finding light for True Christmas Cactus in your home
a window
Schlumbergera X Buckleyi may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Schlumbergera X Buckleyi in your home 🏡.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Schlumbergera X Buckleyi
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Schlumbergera X Buckleyi after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Schlumbergera X Buckleyi thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Schlumbergera X Buckleyi may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Schlumbergera X Buckleyi prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.
Soil
Schlumbergera X Buckleyi is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!
Fertilizer
Schlumbergera X Buckleyi grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
It’s common for Schlumbergera X Buckleyi to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
Schlumbergera X Buckleyi is native to Southeastern Brazil.
Care Summary for Schlumbergera X Buckleyi
Schlumbergera X Buckleyi
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 12 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
What other plant parents say
Easy to propagate 6
Fast grower 5
Survivor 4
Large, lush leaves 3
Blooms easily 2
Browns easily 1
01/24/2022
This plant needs little care and blooms profusely.
Blooms easily
Easy to propagate
Fast grower
11/04/2021
I got this as a cutting from my father in law, and it’s been in the family for over 100 years. It had quite a bit of root rot when I got it, so I saved the best stems and I’ve been propagating it regularly to fill it out so eventually I can have a big, bushy hanging plant. It grows quickly and seems happy in a sunny western window with a quick mist every day.
Fast grower
Easy to propagate
Survivor
07/22/2021
Hardy plant, fun to grow! If I took care of it better it would bloom more, but that’s why I’m here!
Easy to propagate
Survivor
07/06/2021
Had these guys in the house for my entire childhood, and they grow like mad when they’re in season. My tiny cutting has been sprouting offshoots every three days. Keep to a consistent watering schedule, give them some good light, and you’ll find yourself needing to set up supports soon just to keep it standing until it hardens off! When these guys bloom it’s truly a sight to behold, and never gets old. Recommend one of these for anyone who wants a low maintenance plant!
Fast grower
Large, lush leaves
Easy to propagate
Browns easily
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