{"product_id":"queen-of-the-night-6-pot","title":"Queen of the Night - 6\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eEpiphyllum oxypetalum, the Queen of the Night, is a celebrated night-blooming epiphytic cactus. Its flat, leaf-like green stems arch and trail, while the legendary blooms - large, pure white, intensely fragrant flowers - open only at night and fade by morning. Widely loved in India and often traded as Brahma Kamal, it is grown for the magic of its rare, fleeting flowers. It prefers bright indirect light, an airy potting mix and protection from the harsh afternoon sun, thriving on balconies, verandas and bright indoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCactaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentral and South America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-3 m, sprawling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6-1.2 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat, leaf-like green stems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring to autumn, at night\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright indirect light; shield from harsh midday sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater when top soil dries; reduce in winter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAiry, well-draining mix with bark, coco and perlite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-32 C; protect below 10 C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-nitrogen, bloom-boosting feed monthly when growing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrim leggy or damaged stems after flowering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2-3 years; flowers better slightly pot-bound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery easy from stem cuttings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMealybugs, scale, snails, spider mites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic to humans and pets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown as a prized ornamental for its spectacular, fragrant nocturnal blooms; popular in Indian homes and temples and often gifted. Ideal for large pots, hanging baskets and shaded balconies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcross India it flourishes in bright shade with airy soil; keep it slightly pot-bound and feed a bloom fertilizer before the monsoon to encourage the famous night flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Queen of the Night?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater when the top of the mix dries, keeping it lightly moist in the growing season and much drier in winter to avoid rotting the fleshy stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright, indirect light is ideal. Protect it from harsh afternoon sun, which scorches the flat stems, but too much shade reduces flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, Epiphyllum oxypetalum is non-toxic to cats, dogs and people, so it is a safe choice for homes with pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot every 2-3 years into an airy mix, but keep it slightly pot-bound, as crowded roots actually encourage more flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is very easy from cuttings. Cut a healthy stem segment, let it callus for a few days, then plant in moist, well-draining mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy won't my plant flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLack of blooms usually means too little light, too much nitrogen, or a very young plant. Give bright light, a bloom fertilizer and patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long do the flowers last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach fragrant white bloom opens after dark and lasts only a single night, wilting by the next morning, which is part of its allure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, near a bright window with indirect light, though it flowers most reliably on a bright, sheltered balcony or veranda.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this the real Brahma Kamal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is widely sold as Brahma Kamal in India, but the true Himalayan Brahma Kamal is Saussurea obvallata; this is a popular trade name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a low-nitrogen, phosphorus-rich bloom fertilizer monthly during the growing season to support strong flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256303223030,"sku":"PLT-QUEENOFTHENI-P06-NA","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-plants-brahma-kamal-saussurea-obvallata-plant_600x600-958059_062d3f04-76e9-4d82-af02-1ad9a3019bcd.png?v=1783923524","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/queen-of-the-night-6-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}