Identification: Chinese Plant Identification Please :)

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  1. ww_gus

    ww_gus Member

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    I was given this plant as a gift from a chinese lady and she called it a Peace Plant. I have searched the net with no results.I know that if you cut the top off of a leaf and stick it in dirt it will grow, also when it flowers it only flowers for a few hours then the flower dies, I have never seen a flower yet. I am curious as to what it is and how to care for it. See pictures.

    Thanks for your help :)
     

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    Junglekeeper Esteemed Contributor 10 Years

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    Looks like Epiphyllum sp., Orchid Cactus.
     
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    Chester Active Member 10 Years

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    Epiphyllum in need of some pruning by the looks of it.
     
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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Gooseneck cactus (Epiphyllum oxypetalum). Frequently asked about on garden forums, including this one. Tall habit is normal, train up a trellis or tripod. Can grow quite large.
     
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    Thank you all for your replies. Now I have somewhere to start looking for care of this plant.
     
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    It is Epiphyllum oxypetalum of Cactaceae Family. Commonly called as Bethlehem lily.
     

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