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    Rhipsalis pentaptera

    Also Known As

    • Hariota pentaptera
    • Rhipsalis pentagona

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 6"-18"
    • W: 9"-18"

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

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    Rhipsalis pentaptera plant details

    Rhipsalis pentaptera is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhipsalis pentaptera

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: cactaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 9 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: container plant, epiphyte, houseplant, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhipsalis pentaptera

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Rhipsalis pentaptera is a epiphytic jungle cactus with slender segments. This plant is found in jungles naturally growing in trees with the foliage hanging down several feet. Rhipsalis pentaptera grows great as mounted or hanging pot display. It can also be good in terrariums. Foliage: Narrow segmented stems Flowers: Small yellow flowers Height: Foliage hangs down from branches

    By: Brian's Botanicals

    Gardening facts about Rhipsalis pentaptera plant

    How to Grow Rhipsalis pentaptera

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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