Schlumbergera truncata - Thanksgiving Cactus [limited]

$6.64 MSRP: $9.99
$9.99

SKU:S2JY5545

$6.64 MSRP: $9.99
$9.99
  • Schlumbergera truncata - Thanksgiving Cactus [limited] - September
  • Schlumbergera truncata - Thanksgiving Cactus [limited] - September
 

Customers Also Bought

Product Details

Highlights

Thanksgiving Cactus (Schlumbergera truncata): A classic trailing cactus with lime to forest green stem segments and gorgeous, crimson red, to white blooms. These blooms tend to appear in the fall, earning it its festive name. Remember, this variety likes more water and less sunlight than many other cactus species.

Thanksgiving cactus and Christmas cactus differ, primarily, in two ways. The first, and most apparent, are the flower colors. Christmas cactus has red to white blooms while Thanksgiving cactus has hot pink to red blooms, with less white. The second, and more definitive is the length of the teeth on the margins of each stem segment (cladode). Thanksgiving cactus has much longer, pointer teeth while Christmas cactus has much shorter teeth. In a pinch, this can be used to tell these two apart without blooms.

Soft succulents will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures they can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again.

This variety is easy to re-root from stem cuttings. Look to our Succulent Cuttings Guide for tips on succulent propagation.

Product Size

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Green

Bloom Color

Pink Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light, Filtered / Partial Sun

Maximum Height

9"-12"

Growth Habit / Shape

Hanging / Trailing

Special Characteristic

Easy to Propagate, Showy Blooms

USDA Zone map for average annual extreme minimum temperatures

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

10

WHAT IS MY HARDINESS ZONE?

0

Videos

Cactus 101 - Care Tips & Unique Traits

Learn about what makes Cacti unique, how to water them, what l...

Questions & Answers

avatar
Popular Questions

2 years ago
Lithops, do they grow tall and produce a flower. See more »
2 years ago  •  Staff Answer
Lithops grow around and inch or two in diameter and never over an inch tall or so. They do produce a flower once a year. White or yellow flowers are the most common and they can be nearly as large as the plant is.
3 years ago
wjhat size is the 10 dollar lithrop See more »
3 years ago  •  Staff Answer
This plant comes in a 2" round pot and resembles the photo. There is some variation in the size and quantity of Lithops per pot, but most have one plant that is over 1" wide.
1 year ago
If I order 2 or 3 Lithops will they all be varieties? See more »
1 year ago  •  Staff Answer
We can't guarantee that they'll all be different, nor can we guarantee any repeats.
2 years ago
2 years ago  •  Staff Answer
Not if left in Florida's rain and humidity. You might have more luck growing a Lithops indoors on a south or east facing window sill, so that you can severely limit how much water it receives. And as always, well-draining pots and very rocky soil are key to cultivating Lithops.
2 years ago
2 years ago  •  Staff Answer
"Living stones" is just a common name for the genus Lithops. They're the same plant.
3 years ago
just wondering ow long until these new plants will flower See more »
3 years ago  •  Staff Answer
They usually bloom during the late summer or fall. However, Lithops follow a strict cycle of flowering, growing new leaves, splitting and dormancy. Where your particular Lithops is on that cycle will determine when it will flower.
3 years ago
3 years ago  •  Staff Answer
It is! We ship Lithops year-round, but we do recommend ordering one of these heat packs to protect your plant from temperatures below 40F.
Source: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/unih...
12 months ago
12 months ago  •  Staff Answer
This is not a pack. One order of this contains a single Lithops plant of an unlabeled variety.
3 years ago
3 years ago  •  Staff Answer
Lithops can form clusters by growing new stems out of their bases. This doesn't happen often but, with enough time, they can form a neat clump. This clump can be divided or kept together.
2 years ago
2 years ago  •  Staff Answer
Simply clicking on the question will reveal the answer.
View all

Shopper Approved Q&A Shopper Approved Q&A Answerbase
view

Customers Also Viewed

Shipping info

  • Shipping Days: Monday, Tuesday
  • Same Week Shipping Cut-off: Monday 11:59PM PT
  • Delivery Days: Usually the following Thursday or Friday
  • Delivery Date Requests: Use the comments box during checkout
  • Why don't we ship every day? This schedule avoids weekend delays and helps us ensure the plants are delivered fresh

Click here for more shipping and ordering info.

See how we pack and ship succulents:

WHY MOUNTAIN CREST GARDENS?

  • Customers Love Us: Thousands of 5-star reviews on Shopper Approved
  • Licensed California Succulent Nursery: Most online sellers are just marketers and re-sellers; we're the real deal
  • Family Owned & Operated: Growing and shipping beautiful succulents since 1995
  • Experienced Customer Service: Our friendly onsite staff are happy to help via phone or email
  • Plant Names Included: Reusable mini stakes or ID legends list varieties and their minimum temperature tolerances
  • Every Order is Handpicked: Our employees care about your order - they love succulents as much as you do
  • Environmentally Friendly: Recyclable packaging; minimal spraying and treatments
  • Quality GuaranteedWorry-free online shopping experience
Shopper Award
Mountain Crest Gardens BBB Business Review

Featured in:

Customer
Photos

Customer Reviews

4.8
Out of 5.0
A graph showing this site's review totals.
Overall Rating
100%
of customers that
buy this product give
it a 4 or 5-Star rating.
Verified Buyer
“Great deal”
November 3, 2024 by Janet T. (NY, United States)
“I was surprised with getting a Christmas cactus, but love it. Pretty color p, a bit of red right now enjoying the daylight. Came well packaged.”
Verified Buyer
“Great buy”
Healthy and ready to grow!
September 25, 2024 by Gloria P. (Kansas , United States)
“Arrived very healthy and ready to grow! Beautiful!”
Verified Buyer
“Great buy”
August 20, 2024 by Edwin R. (United States)
“As always I'm completely satisfied with my purchase from MCG. Plant in great condition and very nice coloring.”