Epiphyllum anguliger – zig-zag cactus with sculptural leaves and fragrant flowers

Epiphyllum anguliger , popularly known as zigzag cactus , jumping cactus or wavy-edged cactus , is an epiphytic plant native to the tropical forests of Mexico. It stands out for its flat, dark green leaves with deeply serrated edges, which create a dramatic and modern visual effect, ideal for decorating urban or bohemian style interiors.

Under optimal conditions, it produces large, fragrant, creamy-white or yellowish flowers that open in the evening and can last until the next day.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Scientific name: Epiphyllum anguliger

• Family: Cactaceae

• Common names: zigzag cactus, jumping cactus

• Plant type: tropical epiphyte, decorative through foliage and flowers

• Leaves: flat, fleshy, with zigzag edges

• Flowers: white, yellowish or cream, fragrant, opening at night

• Growth: pendent or creeping, ideal for hanging pots

☀️ Growing conditions:

• Light: bright indirect light - tolerates filtered light, but not prolonged direct sun

• Temperature: optimum 18–26°C, do not expose below 10°C

• Watering: moderate – let the top layer of soil dry out between waterings

• Humidity: prefers an environment with moderate to high humidity

• Soil: well-drained, aerated – ideal for orchids or epiphytic cacti

• Fertilization: every 2 weeks in the warm season, with fertilizer for cacti or epiphytic plants

✔️ What makes it special:

• Graphic and unusual foliage, very decorative

• Pendent growth – perfect for hanging pots
  

• Easy-to-care-for indoor plant, ideal for tropical cactus collections

Height with pot included 15-20 cm
The plant is sold without flowers!

Note : Epiphyllum is a succulent plant with flat foliage, sensitive to bumps and scratches. Some leaves may have small scars, spots or aesthetic defects that occurred during growth or transport. These imperfections do not affect the health of the plant and are not a reason for complaint - the plant is perfectly viable and continues to develop normally.