Rhipsalis Clavata

Rhipsalis Clavata Care

Rhipsalis Clavata

Other names: Coral Cactus, Spaghetti Cactus

What is the plant

Rhipsalis clavata cascades from hanging pots and baskets with narrow cylindrical pale green pendent stems, up to 5mm in diameter and can reach 2.1m in length! The blooms are sporadic all season and consist of very small, white 'bell' flowers, followed by small yellow/red fruits. Rhipsalis do not appreciate direct sunlight as they can burn, turn yellow or become spotted. However without sunlight they will not flower and growth may become stunted. Rhipsalis does best with morning sun and full shade in the afternoon. Rhipsalis also do well indoors but have a little care with placement, not too close to windows receiving afternoon sun. Rhipsalis are not drought resistant so regular watering; but not over-watering, as this may cause the roots to rot. Ideal situation is a sheltered position in a shaded area, under trees and indoors in hanging decorative containers.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

10°C - 26°C

Hardiness zone

10a - 11b

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Low to moderate in spring and summer; lower needs in fall and winter
Pruning
Prune to maintain size and remove dead foliage.
Fertilizer
They can be feeded with a half diluted fertiliser for green plants or cacti given from april to september monthly. Newly purchased or freshly repotted plants need no fertiliser in the first twelve months.

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Sunlight
Varies by species, from full shade to partial shade or bright, indirect lightThe members of the genus Rhipsalis grow best if located bright the year round with some morning or evening sun. Winter sun is also tolerated. Do not place them in the midday sun in summer, unless you place the pot at least at a distance of 50 centimetres behind the window. Otherwise the leaves can burn.
Soil
The soil should be well drained and contain minerals; a general cacti mix can be used. Anyone who does not tend to overwater can also use a regular potting mix, which however, holds the water longer. It can be made more permeable if you mix in some clay granules, perlite, spaghnum or small orchid bark.
Temperature
Grows anywhere as a houseplant; outside, it grows best in mild climates, preferring a temperature range between 60 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit, or 15.6 and 23.9 degrees Celsius, although some sources list them as tolerant down to about 40 degrees Fahrenheit, or 4.4 degrees Celsius; plants grow best in humid environments