Lepismium cruciforme

hurricane cactus

Jungle cactus perches on trees in nature, loves containers where it can hang. Stressed plants turn magenta. Tiny flowers and fruits.

	height	6–12in
	width	1–3ft
	tolerates	Drought, Pots
	water needs	Moderate
	water info	Water this plant regularly, when the top inch or so of soil feels dry.
	hardy to	30F
	exposure	Part Sun – Part Shade
	indoor outdoor	Outdoor
	drainage	In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix
	fertilizing	All Purpose
	origin	E South America
	california native	No
	sunset zones	17, 21–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

Growing Notes

Generally this plant is for growing in pots or mounting, where it is most useful.