Your Orchid Cactus should be repotted with care and in this article we go over exactly how to do it. Coming from the Orchidaceae family of plants, it is a good idea to look at other types of Houseplant to make the best decision when repotting as all Houseplant plants can be repotted in similar ways.
What is the best way to repot your Orchid Cactus?
In this article and the steps below, you’ll learn how to repot your Orchid Cactus, just like you would repot your NJoy Pothos as it is in the same family. Follow along as you do it or make notes if necessary.
First, get your Orchid Cactus loose in the pot
Once you have decided on repotting, do you research. Without research, the repotting process may not be as effective as you think and you can use this as an opportunity to maximise the health and growth of your Orchid Cactus by checking the soil ph (Acidic) and timing the repot just before the bloom time of the plant too. The bloom time of Orchid Cactus is: Spring, fall. Once you are sure when to repot, water your soil in preparation for extraction.
Second, prepare the new pot for your Orchid Cactus
Patience is key when extracting your Orchid Cactus from the pot. Depending on the age of the Orchid Cactus, it may have complex root systems. Take care and maybe turn it upside down to ease it out.
Third, select the soil optimally when preparing Orchid Cactus for repotting
So you have prepared your new pot and also removed Orchid Cactus from the old pot. The final step is simple, fill in any gaps with Well-drained soil and allow your Orchid Cactus to flourish.
How to care for Orchid Cactus
After the repotting process for Orchid Cactus is over, it is important that you are clued up on how to take care of it into the future.
What are the scientific and botanical names for Orchid Cactus?
Your Orchid Cactus may have other names you could call it. Consider the botanical and scientific names for the plants below. You may need this information when considering what soil type to buy or to get more specific on how to take care of it.
| Scientific name | Orchid Cattleya |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Cattleya |
For a different plant in this family, check out Candy Corn Plants which will provide a nice contrast. Alternatively, to find a plant that is can be repotted in a similar way, maybe Mother Of Thousandss are a good fit as they are in the same family.
All about Orchid Cactus and it’s family
Orchid Cactus is from the family of Orchidaceae and you may have also known that it is a type of Houseplant which is harmless once mature.
Should you grow your repotted Orchid Cactus in your house or outside?
Whether Orchid Cactus is kept inside or out after repotting is dependent on personal preference and you may wish to rotate your Orchid Cactus from one environment to the next as the seasons change. So, compare your local climate to your plants natural climate: Central America, South America. Also, make sure you’re nearby the recommended hardiness zone if keeping outside: 10–12 (USDA)
Orchid Cactus: taking care of your green companion after repotting
Repotting your Orchid Cactus requires a certain level of aftercare in order for it to reach its mature size of 3–24 in. tall and wide. To repot in the best way, make sure you consider the hardiness zone of Orchid Cactus if you live in the USA which is 10–12 (USDA) and compare your current climate to where the native area is (Central America, South America). This ensures your Orchid Cactus gets Partial exposure which is recommended.
How to work out if you have repot Orchid Cactus correctly
There is nothing better than seeing Orchid Cactus flourish after you have repotted it successfully. You can expect White, green, yellow, orange, red, purple blooms in the Spring, fall time and enjoy seeing your Orchid Cactus grow up before these months to around 3–24 in. tall and wide. If you don’t like the look of the type of plant you’re growing, perhaps try growing a Neon Pothos instead.