Mistletoe Cactus. An unusual cactus with mid green pendent stems with small funnel shaped flowers followed by mistletoe like fruits. Max Height 1.6m. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers December to March. Fruits April. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Rhipsalis baccifera
An unusual cactus with mid green pendent stems with small funnel shaped flowers followed by mistletoe like fruits
Additional information
| Generic | Rhipsalis |
|---|---|
| Species | baccifera |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Mistletoe Cactus |
| Flower Colour | cream |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.6m |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Trailing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | December, March |
| Colour Fruit | white |
| Fruits When | April |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter, Water with tepid water, Mist regularly |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Mealy bugs, Slugs and snails |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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