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Rhipsalis burchellii, formerly Rhipsalis cribrata is an attractive cactus with fine bright green trailing stems. It has small white flowers in spring, followed by small, pinkish berries.
R. burchellii likes to be placed where it receives morning sun or filtered light. It does not like the hot afternoon sun. Grow it in an organic compost mix with lots of bark and/or perlite for drainage. Water when the top of the soil is drying out. Water less in winter.
Mistletoe Cactus
Erythrorhipsalis burchellii, Erythrorhipsalis cribrata, Hariota cribrata, Rhipsalis cribrata
Plant height | 5-10cm before trailing |
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Plant width | Stems grow to 50cm or more |
Habit | Epiphytic cactus, erect then pendant |
Growth Cycle | Perennial |
Foliage | Fine, bright green branched stems |
Flower | Small cream flowers, followed by pink berries |
Flowering time | Spring |
Toxicity | Non toxic. Pet and child friendly. |