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Rhipsalis rhombea

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9b-11

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Rhipsalis rhombea plant details

Rhipsalis rhombea is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green and white foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhipsalis rhombea

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and white
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhipsalis rhombea

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An epiphytic cactus with flattened leaves edged in red. It has a pendulous habit and bears small creamy white flowers in late winter/early spring.

Gardening facts about Rhipsalis rhombea plant

How to Grow Rhipsalis rhombea

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • white
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 6"-15"

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Zones

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Zones

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Size

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