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Rhipsalis sp. monstrose

Plant type

cactus / succulent, vine

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Rhipsalis sp. monstrose plant details

Rhipsalis sp. monstrose is an evergreen cactus / succulent or vine with green foliage. Grows well with mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhipsalis sp. monstrose

Plant type: cactus / succulent or vine
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Uses: container plant, epiphyte, houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhipsalis sp. monstrose

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rhipsalis Species Monstrose grows large thick green branches that hang down from the mother pot. These branches sometimes twisted while others have multiple branches fused together. We have not had this plant flower. It is a slower grower but is odder than the rest. Great for terrariums and vivariums, tropical gardens, greenhouses and house plant. Foliage: Finger-like thick green branches Flowers: Unknown Height: Climber, Epiphyte

Gardening facts about Rhipsalis sp. monstrose plant

How to Grow Rhipsalis sp. monstrose

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

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Size

Height: 6"-24"

Width: 6"-15"

  • bright shade - shade
  • low - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

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Size

Height: 6"-18"

Width: 6"-12"

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • occasional - low
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 12"-144"

Width: 18"-24"

  • sun - shade
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 6"-24"

Width: 6"-15"

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • occasional - low
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Zones

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Size

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