Zygocactus 'Caribbean Dancer', also known botanically as Schlumbergera truncata 'Caribbean Dancer', is a striking epiphytic cactus prized for its cascading form and dazzling floral display. Originating from the cloud forests of Brazil, this cultivar is part of a group of hybrids developed for their showy blooms and ease of care—ideal for both collectors and casual plant lovers.
This particular variety is celebrated for its brilliant red flowers, which gradually fade to a soft white in the throat, creating a glowing two-tone effect. Each tubular bloom reaches up to 8 cm long and appears in abundance from mid-autumn through spring, typically around the festive season in Australia. The flowers emerge from the tips of flattened, glossy green stem segments, often mistaken for leaves, which measure around 4–6 cm in length.
Zygocactus 'Caribbean Dancer' has a naturally trailing growth habit, making it especially suited to hanging baskets or elevated pots where its arching stems can gracefully drape downward. As an epiphyte, it prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic potting mix and enjoys filtered light—mimicking the dappled shade of its native rainforest canopy.
This cultivar is known for its reliability and minimal maintenance needs. In Australia, it performs well in sheltered outdoor settings in frost-free areas or as a vibrant indoor feature plant. With consistent care, it rewards growers with a dramatic seasonal display and year-round sculptural foliage that softens any space.
Zygocactus 'Caribbean Dancer' plants for sale shown in 100mm pot. You will same or similar plants as those shown in images 2 onward. Image 1 for display only. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
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- All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only.
- Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website
- Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail.
- Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.
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