Fishbone Cactus - Orchid

Scientific Name
Selenicereus anthonyanus (Alexander) D. R. Hunt
Common Names
Fish Bone Cactus, Fishbone Orchid Cactus, Rick Rack Cactus, Ric Rac Orchid Cactus, Zig-Zag Cactus, St. Anthony’s Rik-Rak
Synonyms
Cryptocereus anthonyanus (basionym)
The names refer to the alternate pattern of the leaves along a central spine that resembles a fish skeleton. This stunning plant is an epiphytic specimen that can grow in low soil situations where other organic media are present. Growing fishbone cactus is easy even for the so-called “black thumb” gardener. Bring in a fishbone cactus houseplant and enjoy the crazy zigzag pattern of its succulent foliage.
The cactus grows in low soil media, such as orchid substrate. You can also plant it in cactus blend mixed with compost to enrich the medium.
Fishbone cactus thrives in indirect light but can tolerate periods of bright sun.
Like most cacti, fishbone cactus houseplant does best when allowed to dry out between watering. During winter, cut in half watering and then reinstate when spring growth begins.
Fertilize with a water-soluble cactus or orchid fertilizer in early spring.
You can place your plant outside in spring and summer but do not forget to bring it in when temperatures cool. Best of all, the cactus will stand some neglect, so do not worry about it when you go on vacation.

Selenicereus anthonyanus is a branched, perennial evergreen cactus. The stems are thick with large leaf-like teeth, up to 3.3 feet (1 m) long and up to 6 inches (15 cm) wide. Epidermis is smooth and green to yellowish green in color. The flowers are pink, red and white, up to 4.7 inches (12 cm) long and up to 6 inches (15 cm) in diameter.
Origin

Native to southern Mexico.


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