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    Pseudorhipsalis amazonica

    Also Known As

    • Wittia amazonica

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 12"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

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    Pseudorhipsalis amazonica plant details

    Pseudorhipsalis amazonica is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer blue and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Pseudorhipsalis amazonica

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: cactaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
    Flowers: blue and purple blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, houseplant, rare, tropical-looking, unique, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Pseudorhipsalis amazonica

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: bright shade
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A rare epiphytic cacti with almost BLUE flowers. This is unheard of in the world of cacti! Thin, lobed branches reminiscent of epiphyllum. This is a jungle plant, needs humidity, warmth, and sun protection; as the name implies, it is an epiphyte from the Amazon jungle canopy.

    By: Paradise Found Nursery

    Gardening facts about Pseudorhipsalis amazonica plant

    How to Grow Pseudorhipsalis amazonica

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue
      • purple

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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