Rhipsalis pulchra
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 12"-36"
- W: 9"-15"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Rhipsalis pulchra plant details
Rhipsalis pulchra is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhipsalis pulchra
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 9 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: magenta blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, epiphyte
GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhipsalis pulchra
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Gardening facts about Rhipsalis pulchra plant
How to Grow Rhipsalis pulchra
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- magenta
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
Landscape groups by tags
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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