Rhipsalis Species, Hairy-Fruited Wickerware Cactus, Hairy Stemmed Rhipsalis, Mistletoe Cactus
Rhipsalispilocarpa

Family: Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee)
Genus: Rhipsalis (RIP-sa-lis)
Species: pilocarpa (py-loh-KAR-puh)

Synonym:Erythrorhipsalis pilocarpa

Category
Cactus and Succulents
Epiphytes

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade

Foliage
Evergreen

Foliage Color

Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)

Hardiness
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Suitable for growing in containers

Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color
Pale Pink
White/Near White

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter

Other details

Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)

Patent Information
Non-patented

Propagation Methods
From woody stem cuttings
From seed; direct sow after last frost

Seed Collecting
Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storing
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored