Mistletoe cactus
Rhipsalis baccifera · Family Cactaceae
Also known as: rhipsalis, jungle cactus, chain cactus
- Light
- Partial shade to bright indirect
- Watering
- Every 7 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- Yes
Care
Where to put it
A hanging basket in a bathroom or living room.
Light
Partial shade to bright indirect light. A forest cactus that dislikes hot sun.
Watering
Water when the top of the compost is dry. Likes more water than desert cacti.
About the plant
The mistletoe cactus is a spineless cactus with thin stems that hang like a green mane. It lives in forests, so it likes more humidity and less sun than desert cacti. It looks lovely in hanging pots.
Origin
Native to the tropical forests of the Americas, including Brazil, where it grows on trees.
What it likes
- Indirect light or partial shade
- Light, free-draining potting mix
- Moderate humidity
What it dislikes
- Strong direct sun
- Waterlogging
- Very dry air
Did you know?
It is the only cactus found naturally outside the Americas, also in Africa, Madagascar and Sri Lanka.
