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Rhipsalis sulcata

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-24"
  • W: 6"-15"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Rhipsalis sulcata plant details

Rhipsalis sulcata is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhipsalis sulcata

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, epiphyte

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhipsalis sulcata

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Rhipsalis sulcata plant

How to Grow Rhipsalis sulcata

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 6"-24"

Width: 6"-15"

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

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 6"-18"

Width: 6"-12"

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

Shrub, Cactus / Succulent

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 12"-144"

Width: 18"-24"

  • sun - shade
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

10a-11

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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  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • occasional - low
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