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Rhipsalis oblonga

Also Known As

  • Rhipsalis crispimarginata

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-18"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Rhipsalis oblonga plant details

Rhipsalis oblonga is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhipsalis oblonga

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhipsalis oblonga

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Rhipsalis oblonga plant

How to Grow Rhipsalis oblonga

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • 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

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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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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 12"-18"

  • sun - bright shade
  • low
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