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Epiphyllum 'Sarah Courant' 12cm

Name: Epiphyllum 'Sarah Courant' 12cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: EpiphylSarCourant12cm
Price: 14.9 EUR
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€14,90

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Epiphytic cactus · Cactaceae · Trailing growth

Epiphyllum 'Sarah Courant'

With flowers like these, who notices the pot?

Family: Cactaceae · Pot diameter: 12 cm · Height: 40 cm

Forest cactus
Flat stems
Filtered light
Salmon flowers

Epiphyllum 'Sarah Courant' spreads its green stems like long ribbons, with scalloped edges and a raised central ridge. As they lengthen, the initially upright stems arch and begin to trail, giving the plant a loose, flowing outline.

Flowering brings a change of scale: large blooms open in warm salmon and pink shades, with orange tones brightening the centre of the petals. The green stems form a quiet backdrop, allowing each flower to draw the eye on its own.

What makes it special

Its character lies in both the curves of the stems and the subtle colour changes across the flowers.

An ever-changing outline

New stems add different lengths and directions. The trailing form becomes more intricate as the plant grows, while retaining a clear, flowing outline.

Green with a delicate edge

The stem margins can develop a fine reddish tint in brighter light. This contrast highlights their scallops and curves.

Layers of colour

The salmon base of the flowers combines with more orange central bands and pink to violet tones towards the edges. These transitions give the colour depth.

Why you will love it: for the lively movement of its stems and the moment a large salmon flower opens among them.

In your space Placement & plant pairings Where to show it off and which plants complement it

In your space

Where it looks its best

Place it by a bright east-facing window or behind a sheer curtain, with room for the stems to hang freely. A stable, raised pot shows off their curves. During the warmer months, it can move to a sheltered, shaded balcony, with gradual acclimatisation and a return indoors before cold weather arrives.

Plant pairings

Plants that complement it

Other forest cacti that enjoy bright, filtered light and an airy growing mix make good neighbours. Keep them in separate pots, checking each plant's watering needs and rest period individually.

Disocactus anguliger — deeper lobes in the flat stems create a striking contrast in outline.
Rhipsalis baccifera — slender, cylindrical stems add a lighter trailing texture.
Schlumbergera truncata — shorter, jointed segments and a more compact shape; follow its own rest periods separately.

Care at a glance

Light

Plenty of filtered light. Introduce gentle morning sun gradually and protect it from strong midday sun.

Watering

Water when the top layer begins to dry. Moisten the whole mix and drain well; avoid prolonged, complete drying.

Atmosphere

Moderate humidity and air circulation, away from radiators and cold draughts. Keep it sheltered at temperatures above 10°C.

Pets

Not intended for chewing. Secure the pot out of reach of animals that might pull on the trailing stems.

For this plant

Growing mix & nutrition

Growing mix for epiphytic roots Sybasoil Hoya Premium Mix 5lt View product

Nutrition during active growth Cactus & Succulent Focus 100ml View product

Detailed care Complete care guide Filtered light, moisture around the roots, seasonal growth and appropriate feeding

Light and position

Choose a bright spot with diffused light. Introduce a little gentle morning sun gradually, watching the stems as the plant adjusts. Provide shade from hot window glass and midday summer sun.

Check the mix before watering

During growth, check the top layer: when it begins to dry, water evenly until water runs through the drainage holes, then empty the outer pot. The roots need some available moisture without remaining waterlogged. Water less often during the cool rest period, but do not leave the entire mix dry for a long time.

Humidity with air circulation

Moderately humid air suits its forest-cactus character. Avoid radiator heat, direct air-conditioning airflow and cold draughts. Air circulation should allow the stems and the surface of the mix to dry after getting wet.

Temperature and seasonal rhythm

New growth is encouraged from spring to early autumn at temperatures above 15°C. For epiphyllum hybrids, a bright winter rest at around 11–14°C can help encourage flowering. Protect the plant by keeping the temperature above 10°C.

An airy mix and a suitable pot

It needs an organic mix with coarse components that leave air around the roots while retaining some moisture. The bark, coconut husk chips and perlite in Hoya Mix provide this structure. Use a pot with drainage holes, only slightly larger than the roots, and avoid firm compaction.

Feeding, repotting and handling

With fresh Hoya Mix, first make use of its built-in nutrition for approximately 180 days. Afterwards, during active growth, use Cactus & Succulent Focus at 5 ml per litre at every second necessary watering; omit feeding during rest. Repot when the roots fill the pot, preferably after flowering. Support the pot and the base of the plant without pulling on the fragile stems.

Botanical identity Identity & forest background The cultivated variety and the ecological background of epiphyllums

Its cultivated identity

Epiphyllum 'Sarah Courant' is sold as a named epiphyllum hybrid in the Cactaceae family. The name refers to a cultivated variety rather than a naturally occurring botanical species.

The variety's history

‘Sarah Courant’ belongs to the world of cultivated epiphyllum hybrids. Its exact parentage and breeder remain unknown.

The group's forest background

Wild members of the epiphyllum group are associated with tropical forests of the Americas. Many grow on branches and in accumulations of organic matter, using the tree for support without parasitising it.

From natural habitat to care: For forest epiphytes, the canopy filters sunlight, while positions on branches combine moisture with access to air. This helps explain why, in a pot, we choose bright shade and an open mix that drains quickly while keeping some moisture available to the roots.

Greenleaf for Plant Nerds Scientific facts nobody asked for Botanical details for anyone curious about what lies behind the plant's appearance

A stem doing a leaf's job

The broad green surfaces are photosynthetic stems known as cladodes. Their resemblance to leaves concerns their shape and function, while the small areoles along their edges are points from which new stems and flowers can develop.

Clones preserve the variety

A rooted stem cutting comes from the parent plant's somatic tissue and generally retains the same genotype. Reproduction from seed combines genetic material and may produce offspring with different flower colours or forms.

Colour from betalains

Betalains have been studied in the flowers of epiphyllum hybrids: pigments with red-violet and yellow groups. Their combination contributes to the range of colours, while pigment profiles may help distinguish different hybrids.

An unusual origin for fruit pulp

In the fruit of epiphyllum hybrids, juicy pulp has been observed to form from enlarged tissues that connect the seeds to the inside of the fruit. Mucilage in these tissues binds water and may help prevent premature drying.

Frequently asked questions

Practical answers about flowering, watering and changes in the appearance of the stems.

01 Why has it not flowered yet?

Flowering depends on maturity, light and seasonal rhythm. Healthy stems that matured during the previous growing period provide the basis for later flowering. Give it a bright position and a cool winter rest with less water, without prolonged drought. Feeding alone does not guarantee flowers.

02 Should it dry out completely before watering?

During active growth, aim for the top layer to begin drying while a little moisture remains deeper down. Then water thoroughly and let excess water drain away. If the mix is still moist and the pot feels heavy, wait and check again.

03 Why are the stems wrinkling or becoming soft?

Check the growing mix first. If it is dry, the plant may lack water; if it has remained wet for a long time, the roots may be affected. Heat and cold can also cause stress. Do not add water just because you see wrinkles; blackening and pronounced softening at the base call for a root check.

04 Do red edges mean sunburn?

A fine reddish margin may accompany exposure to brighter light. Bleached or dry brown patches after an abrupt move into sun are a different sign. Move the plant into bright shade and reintroduce any sun exposure gradually.

05 Can it stay on a balcony all year?

Only while conditions remain suitable: bright shade, shelter from strong wind and temperatures above 10°C. In most locations, a seasonal move outdoors in warm weather is safer, followed by a return to shelter before the nights turn cold.

06 Is it suitable for a home with pets?

The safety of ingesting this particular variety is not documented, so keep it away from animals that chew plants. Pay attention to stability too: a long stem can be pulled and tip an unsecured pot. Prevent access to the growing mix and fertiliser as well.

Epiphyllum 'Sarah Courant' 12cm — Care & Tips

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Epiphyllum 'Sarah Courant' 12cm

Epiphyllum 'Sarah Courant' 12cm

Epiphyllum 'Sarah Courant'

What makes it special

An ever-changing outline

Green with a delicate edge

Layers of colour

Where it looks its best

Plants that complement it

Care at a glance

Light

Watering

Atmosphere

Pets

Growing mix & nutrition

Light and position

Check the mix before watering

Humidity with air circulation

Temperature and seasonal rhythm

An airy mix and a suitable pot

Feeding, repotting and handling

Its cultivated identity

The variety's history

The group's forest background

A stem doing a leaf's job

Clones preserve the variety

Colour from betalains

An unusual origin for fruit pulp

Frequently asked questions

Epiphyllum 'Sarah Courant' 12cm — Care & Tips

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