Rhipsalis pilocarpa
Also Known As
- Erythrorhipsalis pilocarpa
- Rhipsalis microcarpa
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 18"-36"
- W: 9"-15"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Rhipsalis pilocarpa plant details
Rhipsalis pilocarpa is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In fall and winter cream flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhipsalis pilocarpa
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 9 IN - 15 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in fall and winter
- Uses: container plant, epiphyte, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhipsalis pilocarpa
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
Gardening facts about Rhipsalis pilocarpa plant
How to Grow Rhipsalis pilocarpa
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- cream
Flower Season
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Rhipsalis for your garden
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 4"-24"
Width: 6"-12"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Cactus lyratus, Hariota cylindrica, Hariota villigera, Hatiora bambusoides, Hatiora salicornioides var. salicornioides, Rhipsalis 'Drunkard's Dream', Rhipsalis bambusoides, Rhipsalis salicornioides, Rhipsalis villigera, Dancing Bones Cactus, Drunkard's Dream, Mistletoe Cactus, Spice Cactus
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - bright shade
- low
aka Hariota mesembryanthodes, Rhipsalis echinata, Rhipsalis mesembryantoides, Clumpy Mistletoe Cactus, Pencil Plant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6"-24"
Width: 6"-15"
- bright shade - shade
- low - drought tolerant
aka Rhipsalis crispimarginata
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6"-18"
Width: 6"-12"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - low
aka Cactus cruciforme, Hariota cruciforme, Lepismium cruciforme var. cruciforme, Lepismium cruciformis, Lepismium ramosissimum, Rhipsalis cruciforme, Rhipsalis cruciformis, Trailing Cactus
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-40"
- mostly sun - bright shade
- regular - occasional
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