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
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6"-24"
Width: 6"-15"
- bright shade - shade
- low - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6"-18"
Width: 6"-12"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - low
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Plant Type
Shrub, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 12"-144"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6"-24"
Width: 6"-15"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - low
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Zones
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Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 1'-3'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - low
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