Rhipsalis Baccifera 'Oasis'
Common name(s): Mistletoe Cactus, Spaghetti Cactus Family: Cactaceae Genus: Rhipsalis Cultivar: Horrida Origin: Central and South America Edith's thoughts |
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Watering |
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Fertiliser In order to facilitate vigorous growth and promote blossom regular feeding every third or fourth water (monthly) during spring - autumn will keep these plant growing nicely. Do not fertilise during dormant season. |
Light intensity This plant is happiest in bright indirect light. |
Substrate & pH |
Ideal temperature & humidity Coming from a tropical rainforest environment these plant like it warm, they're quite at home...at home - your home. However they do like it slightly humid so a tickle with a water spray every couple days will make them feel right at home. |
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Pruning & repotting Prune to maintain size removing any dead foliage.. Repot every few years to refresh soil and increase the size of the pot accordingly as it grows. |
Propogation |
Pests & diseases
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Toxicity Rhipsalis Baccifera are non-toxic to both animals and humans. |
Variety: | Epiphyte |
Flower colour: | Yellow, Silver |
Flowering period: | Abundantly in Spring/Summer |
Fragrant: | No |
Mature length/height: | Up to 20ft |
Mature spread: | up to 50cm |
Time to maturity: | 5 years |
Growth rate: | Slow |