About
Selenicereus hamatus, the hook cactus, is a sprawling, epiphytic cactus producing the characteristic angular, hook-spined, ribbed stems of the genus and large, spectacular, nocturnal white flowers. A rewarding and ornamental cactus for a warm greenhouse or frost-free garden.
About the genus
Selenicereus are sprawling, epiphytic or terrestrial cacti from tropical America producing angular or ribbed stems and very large, spectacular, often nocturnal, white flowers. Grown in warm greenhouses and frost-free gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.