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Cactaceae
Rhipsalis Flower
Rhipsalis baccifera
Unconventional beauty.
- Family
- Cactaceae
- Genus
- Rhipsalis
- Native to
- Central America, South America, Africa, Sri Lanka
- Bloom season
- Winter, Spring
- Type
- Epiphytic cactus
- Height
- 30-180 cm trailing
- Sunlight
- Bright indirect light
- Soil
- Well-drained, orchid mix
- Water
- Moderate
- Hardiness
- 10-12
- Lifespan
- Perennial
Did you know
- Rhipsalis is the only cactus genus naturally found outside the Americas, occurring in Africa and Asia.
- Unlike most cacti, it has no spines and grows as an epiphyte hanging from trees in tropical forests.
- The tiny white flowers produce translucent mistletoe-like berries that birds disperse.
- Scientists debate whether its presence in Africa is due to ancient continental drift or bird dispersal.
- There are over 35 species of Rhipsalis, making it the largest genus of epiphytic cacti.
Color meanings
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Adaptability
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Freedom
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