Rhipsalis Campos Portoana-Mistletoe Cactus Plant
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Bring a touch of the tropics into your home with the Rhipsalis campos-portoana, a rare and captivating epiphytic cactus native to the lush rainforests of Brazil. With its cascading, slender stems and delicate texture, this unique plant is a stunning addition to any collection, adding effortless greenery to your space.
🌿 Why You'll Love It
- A rare and unique find, perfect for collectors seeking something special.
- Thrives as a hanging plant, creating a mesmerizing waterfall effect with its trailing growth.
- Unlike desert cacti, this rainforest beauty prefers humidity and indirect light.
- Pet-friendly and non-toxic, making it a safe choice for homes with furry friends.
🌞 Care Instructions
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate some shade. Avoid direct sun exposure.
- Water: Keep the soil lightly moist, allowing the top inch to dry out between waterings. More frequent watering is needed in warmer months.
- Humidity: Loves higher humidity levels, making it ideal for bathrooms or kitchens.
- Soil: Use a well-draining mix, such as a cactus or orchid blend.
- Temperature: Keep in warm conditions (60-80°F) and protect from frost.
Whether displayed in a hanging basket, mounted on driftwood, or cascading from a shelf, Rhipsalis campos-portoana brings a lush, exotic charm to any indoor jungle. Elevate your plant collection with this easy-to-care-for, one-of-a-kind beauty! 🌱✨
- Botanical Name
- Rhipsalis campos-portoana
- Common Names
- Mistletoe Cactus, Forest Cactus, Rhipsalis
- Plant Type
- Epiphytic Cactus
- Mature Size
- Typically 1 to 3 feet long, with trailing stems
- Sun Exposure
- Bright, indirect light; can tolerate some direct sunlight
- Soil Type
- Well-draining cactus or succulent mix, slightly acidic
- Watering
- Water when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week in the growing season, less in winter
- Humidity
- Prefers moderate to high humidity levels
- Bloom Time
- Spring to early summer, typically around May or June
- Flower Color
- Small, white or pinkish flowers
- Hardiness Zones
- Zones 10-11; often grown indoors in cooler climates
- Native Area
- Native to Brazil, primarily in tropical forests
- Toxicity
- Pet Friendly; non-toxic to cats and dogs
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Plants ship from our location in Florida and arrive nationwide within 5-8 business days. All our plants ship exclusively with UPS to ensure they arrive timely and in good condition. For those users in Florida, George, North Carolina, South Carolina, or Virginia, shipping may be faster. Estimated shipping dates can be seen in checkout. Plant exclusions may apply.
We monitior the weather in each destination location to maximize the shipping time and utilize thermal protection to ensure that the plant is protected. You can add a heatpack or thermal bag to your order if temperatures at night fall below 40 degrees.
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