Rhipsalis paradoxa
chain cactus
Twisted, thick ropes can cascade ten feet or more. Hangs strait down with many branches, the ultimate cascade. Delicate white flowers.
 Height | 10–15in |
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 Width | 6–12in |
 Water needs | When soil is mostly dry. |
This cactus is from tropical areas with frequent rainfall and as such prefers to go mostly dry, but not dry out completely. Given that it likes a quick draining medium watering can be quite frequent, especially in warmer months. | |
 Exposure | Bright Indirect – Direct Sun |
 Plant traits | Cactus, Hanging, Vertical Gardening |
 Drainage | In Pots: Cactus Mix |
 Fertilizing | All Purpose 1/2 Strength |
 Origin | Brazil |
Growing Notes
We recommend all purpose fertilizer for this plant, but given the climate of this cactus, it would likely take well to fertilizing with an acidic fertilizer at half strength. If you find your cactus is yellowing acidifying the growing conditions may help green it up.
This plant should be grown mounted or in pots, but not planted in the ground.
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