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chain cactus

Rhipsalis paradoxa

Low Maintenance

Genus: Rhipsalis
Family: Cactaceae

About this plant

An evergreen perennial epiphytic cactus with bright green slender cylindical stems and small white flowers which appear along the stems in late winter to early spring. May grow up to 5 metres if space allows

Growing Information

Height

2.5-4 Metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 Metres

Hardiness

H1B

Foliage

Evergreen

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Partial Shade

AcidAlkalineNeutral

Moisture

Well Drained

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Aspect

South FacingNorth FacingEast Facing

Exposure

Exposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow under glass in an epiphytic cactus compost in bright indirect light and high humidity. Exposure to hot sun may burn and yellow the leaves so performs best in morning sun and afternoon shade. Mist daily with soft water. Water moderately when in growth and apply a dilute low nitrogen fertilizer monthly. Keep just moist in winter

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by seed or stem section cuttings

Pests

May be susceptible to mealybugs

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Garden Uses

Uses

Patio Container

Planting Places

Gravel GardenConservatory

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

2.5-4 Metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 Metres

Habit

BushySubmerged

Time to Full Height

Ten To Twenty Years