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Rhipsalis paradoxa
Also Known As
- Chain Cactus
- Chain Rhipsalis
- Link Plant
Plant type
vine
size
- H: 1'-6'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 9b-12
Rhipsalis paradoxa plant details
Rhipsalis paradoxa is a broadleaf evergreen vine with green foliage. white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhipsalis paradoxa
- Plant type: vine
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms
- Uses: epiphyte
GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhipsalis paradoxa
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
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How to Grow Rhipsalis paradoxa
Sun Exposure
- mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Fruit
- red
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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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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