Species Name: Rhipsalis sp. ex Hans Weiler 

Common name(s): Jungle cactus, Mistletoe cactus 

Defining Characteristics:

• Smooth, flat stems that branch out and hang down.
• Branches twist every so slightly at random places throughout the stem
• Known as jungle cacti, these plants enjoy warm tropical conditions
• A unique addition to hanging baskets and mixed succulent planters

Recommended Pot Size: Medium 

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature requirement: 64-75°F

Humidity: 30-70%  

Watering frequency: Moderate   

Lighting:  Bright indirect light, some direct light

Soil type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Rhipsalis Soil.

Growth rate: Slow

Height: Up to 24 inches

Origin: South America, Peru, and Ecuador

Regional locality: Highland Andean forests growing both epiphytically and terrestrially 

USDA Hardiness Zone: 12

Suggested Animal Terrarium/ Vivarium Use:

Care Notes: Sensitive to hard water. 

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT

The plant pictured is in a 3” pot.