True Christmas Cactus 3 Cuttings (Schlumbergera × buckleyi) Heirloom Magenta Bloom

True Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera × buckleyi) is an heirloom holiday cactus treasured for its smooth, scalloped segments and elegant winter blooms. Unlike the more commonly sold Thanksgiving types, this old-fashioned variety features rounded edges and typically flowers in late December.

These fresh cuttings are ideal for propagation and home growing.

🌱 What You’ll Receive

3 Cuttings
Unrooted cuttings
Each cutting includes 2–3 segments

🌿 Plant Overview

Schlumbergera × buckleyi is a tropical epiphytic cactus native to Brazil’s coastal forests. It grows naturally on trees and rocky surfaces in humid environments.

This heirloom form is distinguished by its smooth, rounded segment edges and graceful, arching stems.

🌸 Characteristics

• Epiphytic tropical cactus
• Smooth, scalloped segment edges
• Arching, trailing growth habit
• Magenta to dark pink blooms
• Typically blooms in late December to January

Mature size varies depending on container and growing conditions.

🌞 Sunlight

Bright Indirect Light

🌱 Soil

Prefers well-draining, airy potting mix

💧 Water

Moderate; allow top layer of soil to dry slightly between watering

Common Name: True Christmas Cactus
Scientific Name: Schlumbergera × buckleyi
Plant Type: Epiphytic Cactus / Houseplant
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower Color: Magenta / Dark Pink
Sunlight: Bright Indirect Light
Soil: Well-draining, Airy Mix
Water: Moderate
USDA Zone: 10–12