Moonflower (Epiphyllum oxypetalum; Dutchman's-pine)

Japanese: ゲッカビジン(月下美人) - ゲッカビジン(英語表記)Epiphyllum oxypetalum; Dutchman's-pine
Moonflower (Epiphyllum oxypetalum; Dutchman's-pine)
A species closely related to the peacock cactus that grows wild from Mexico to South America. The stems are flat and well-branched. The pure white flowers are about 12 cm in diameter and 20-30 cm long. They begin to bloom around 8 p.m., releasing a fragrant scent, and wilt by morning at the latest. They bloom 3-4 times between June and October. The flowers can be used as ingredients in tempura and soups, and have a slimy texture and a faint scent on the tongue. They can be easily propagated by cuttings. Plant in well-drained soil, and give plenty of water and fertilize during the growing season from spring to summer. In winter, keep the temperature indoors at 8°C or higher and on the dry side.

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Japanese:
メキシコから南アメリカにかけて自生するクジャクサボテンの近縁種。茎節は扁平で,よく分枝する。純白の花は,直径約 12cm,長さ 20~30cm前後になる。夜8時頃から咲きはじめて芳香を漂わせ,遅くとも朝方までにはしおれる。6~10月までの間に3~4回開花する。花はてんぷらや吸い物などの食材としても利用でき,ぬめりがあって,舌にもほのかに香る。挿木で容易にふやすことができる。水はけのよい用土に植え,春から夏の生育期にはしっかり水を与えて肥培する。冬は室内で8℃以上に保ち,乾燥ぎみに管理する。

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