The most obvious difference between Lingjian lotus and Epiphyllum is the flowering time. The most obvious Epiphyllum blooms at night, usually at 8-10 p.m., only 8 hours from opening to withering. Lingjian lotus blooms in the daytime, and a flower can last for 1-2 days from opening to withering. Secondly, the flowering time of Epiphyllum is generally around September, while that of Lingjian lotus is around April.
The difference between Lingjian lotus and Epiphyllum can also be distinguished from the flower color, and the direct difference is obvious. Epiphyllum flower is gorgeous and special, white slightly milky white, tube is longer than petals, while Lingjian lotus flower is colorful, mostly dark red and purple, but also a few pink and yellow, tube is slightly shorter than petals.
The stipes of Lingjian lotus and Epiphyllum are located in the concave edge of the flat branch. The flat branch of Epiphyllum is wider, thinner and softer. The edge is wavy and light serrated, while the flat branch of Lingjian lotus is narrow, thick and hard, and the edge is round serrated.
Epiphyllum is resistant to humidity and cold. In winter, it should be placed in a room above 10 ℃ to survive safely. In winter, it can survive safely at 1 ℃ ~ 8 ℃ in the open air. If there is too much water, it is easy to rot and die.
