Mistletoe Cactus (Rhipsalis Baccifera)

DISCLAIMER

1. The actual plant may differ as each pot has its own unique natural look and although look identical but never 100% similar to the image pictured here.
2. Flowers/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers/fruits at the time of order/delivery.
3. Overall Height is measured from the bottom of the pot to the tallest point of the plant vertically.

PRODUCT MEASUREMENT

• Plant Overall Height APPROXIMATELY:-
• 30cm for POT SIZE 10cm(Ø)

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Mistletoe cactus (Rhipsalis baccifera) is a tropical succulent native to rainforests in warm regions.
• This cactus is found in Florida, Mexico, and Brazil. Surprisingly, growing Rhipsalis requires shade to partial shade.
• While most cacti are found in hot, sunny, arid zones, Mistletoe cactus is unique in its requirements for moisture and dim light.
• Rhipsalis mistletoe cactus is also called chain cactus and grows epiphytically in its tropical forest home.

SOIL REQUIREMENT

• They prefer slightly moist, but not wet soil, but ensure they have ample time to dry out to avoid water buildup in the soil that can rot the roots.

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FEEDING/FERTILIZER REQUIREMENT

• It does not need feeding until the soil begins to become depleted of nutrients.
• If feeding is desired, use a diluted, half-strength fertilizer formulated for cacti.

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LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• It prefers bright, indirect light and can tolerate direct morning and evening light.
• The best place to put it is at least a few feet removed from a window, but Rhipsalis is an extremely hardy plant.

WATER REQUIREMENT

• During the pre-flowering period, reduce watering, letting the top ½ inch of soil dry out between waterings.
• Rhipsalis do not like hard water and should, ideally, be watered with rainwater.

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