The rare and unique species of the Rhipsalis cacti are jungle cacti. These are somewhat different than most cacti, as they are without spines, do well without any direct sun, and need a good amount of water. These draping, cascading cacti have long, thin, intertwined stems, a unique and unusual trait among cacti. This child and pet friendly plant comes as a single plant, duo or set of 3 plants and may include Cappilliformis, Baccifera, Ceruscula and Burchelli.

Light

Rhipsalis are plants that live beneath towering jungle trees. Thus, they require plenty of bright filtered light, but will burn in the bright direct light of midday or afternoon sun. Some morning sun is ideal. Keep an eye out for pale leaves, which could mean the plant needs more light.

Soil

A typical cactus potting mix should be fine for a Rhipsalis cactus, ideally one that contains some organic material. They can also do well with a standard potting mix blended with even parts of sand. Rhispalis cacti do not require a lot of soil—only enough to allow the shallow roots to anchor the plant.


Water

Like most cactus varieties, keep these plants moist, but not soaking wet

All of my plants and cuttings packaged with great care and ship either USPS Priority or UPS 2nd Day Air. Travel and weather are stressful on plants, no matter how well they are packaged. Minor leaf loss and wrinkling is to be expected, it is a healthy root system that is most important. Water and light cure most plant ailments in a week or so. If you are concerned please send me a photo and message right away so we can work on a solution together. Heat packs are always available in my shop!

Whenever purchasing a live plant it is very important to do your research, especially if you have small children or pets who may eat or touch the plants. Plants are a product of nature, that's what make them beautiful and unique. I do my very best to take accurate and true photographs but sometimes colors may very slightly from monitor to monitor. If you would like additional photographs or a video, please feel free to message me.