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Rhipsalis ramulosa

Rhipsalis ramulosa

$45.00 Regular Price
$38.00Sale Price
8” HANGING BASKET RHIPSALIS RAMULOSA
Pseudorhipsalis ramulosa
USDA Zones 10a-11b
 
Pseudorhipsalis ramulosa is a shrubby, epiphytic cactus, freely branching with reddish tapeworm stems up to 2.3’ long, that turn a deep violet red in high light. It produces lots of greenish-white or pinkish flowers, up to .5” tall & up to .6” in diameter, followed by small, ornamental shell berries that line both edges of the ribbon stems. 
 
 
You will receive a bare root plant & empty 8” hanging basket for you to plant your Rhipsalis in upon arrival. 
 

  • Plant Details

    Common Name Red Rhipsalis; Red Mistletoe Cactus
    Botanical Name Pseudorhipsalis ramulosa
    Family Cactaceae
    Plant Type Jungle Succulent
    USDA Zones 10a - 11b; 30ºF - 50ºF
    Native

    Central America, Central & Northwestern

    parts of South America 
    Plant Size Up to 2.3' Long Stems
    Flower Description

    Greenish-white or pinkish; up to .5" long & 

    .6" diameter --> followed by small 

    ornamental berries that line both sides of 

    the foliage on the stem
    Bloom Time Mid Spring
    Tolerant

    Somewhat drought tolerant, but don't

    let it dry out for too long
    Toxicity Non-toxic
    Awards  

     

  • Planting Specifications

    Sun Exposure

    Partial Shade; Morning sun, shade the rest of

    the afternoon; 

    Indoors: Bright to moderate indirect light'

    R. ramulosa can tolerate more sun than other

    varieties of Rhipsalis due to it's flat, wide foliage.

    The more sun it receives, the more red the 

    foliage will turn

    Soil Type

    Well-draining & fertile soil; 

    Soil pH

    Mildly acidic, Neutral, Mildly Alkaline

    Water

    Moderate; Soil should remain lightly & evenly

    moist; do not let soil dry out for too long

    Temperature

    Cold hardy to 40ºF; Ideal temp 64ºF - 75ºF

    Humidity

    Moderate (30-70%); Epiphytic -- receives 

    moisture through its stems from the humidity

    Fertilizer

    Slow release fertilizer -- use in late winter or early

    spring. If soil is nutrient deficient, fertilize again

    in fall.

    Growth Habit

    Trailing

    Growth Rate

    		 Slow

     

    Spacing

    18" - 24"

    Uses

    Focal Plant, Speciment Plant, Container,

    Urban Garden,

    Maintenance

    Little to none; remove stems & foliage that are 

    unsightly; watch for pests, such as mealy

    bugs, scale, aphids

    Propagation

    Woody stem cuttings -- allow cut surface to

    callous over before planting;

    From seed -- direct sow after last frost
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