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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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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 Cassytha baccifera, Rhipsalis baccifera ssp baccifera, Rhipsalis baccifera subsp. baccifera, Rhipsalis cassutha, Rhipsalis coralloides, Mistletoe Cactus
Plant Type
Shrub, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 12"-144"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Rhipsalis pacheco-leonis ssp. catenulate, Rhipsalis paradoxa var. catenulata
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6"-24"
Width: 6"-15"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - low
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 1'-3'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - low
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