Types of succulent perennial ripsalis

Ripsalis refers to family cactus. These forest epiphytic cacti are found naturally in trees and rocks in India and South America. If you translate its name "rhips" from Greek, then it concisely and clearly describes this plant, because it means "woven." Indeed, the long ornate shoots of ripsalis are its hallmark and are characteristic of all its species, which, by the way, number more than 50.

Barchela

This representative of forest epiphytic cacti its shape resembles corals. Primary stems grow to 60 cm, and terminal - up to 6-7 cm. The plant loves the light very much, but it does not tolerate the scorching sun, therefore it is recommended to grow it in partial shade. It is best to place it on the windowsill on the west or east side. From early spring to early autumn, the plant needs plenty of watering. Cactus should be regularly sprayed with separated water, this will help humidify the air and provide maximum comfort to the cactus ripsalis.

Hairy

The species comes from Brazil, where it grows on the branches of trees. The ampelny ripsalis resembles a green wig, which consists of thin, twisted stems, reaching a length of 120 cm. With proper care, small white flowers bloom on it.

Pustoplodny (kassuta)

Ripsalis kassuta refers to empty species. The stems of this plant are articulate, thin, their length can reach 3 m, and individual segments - from 15 to 55 cm. The cactus is very decorative with its chaotically curling green, while its flowers are very small and not very remarkable, but they are endowed with a light aroma, and after blooms on the cactus formed red berries. It grows well in shade and partial shade, but blooms only in good light.

Gobeliana

In the wild, they grow on trees in order to get the maximum amount of light.This type is characterized by the presence of two types of stem segments: primary, rounded at the base and flattened to the top, and secondary, narrow and elongated 10-15 cm in length and 2-3 cm in width. Flowers and fruits that are formed after flowering, rather small - no more than 15 mm in diameter, are found in white and pale pink.

Curly

This ripsalis has the shape of a bush. Its stems consist of separate wide leaf plates, each of which reaches 5-10 cm in length and 2.5-5 cm in width. It seems that this representative of cacti is built of leaves.

Lindbergh

This species is characterized by long primary shoots and short terminal shoots. Lindberg ripsalis flowers are pale pink, rather small.

Mesembryantemic

Epiphyte, the stems of which resemble soft spruce twigs with rounded segments. Primary segments reach a length of 15-20 cm, and secondary - 1-2 cm. In section, both segments are rounded. Its small, but, nevertheless, very beautiful white flowers add charm and refinement to a plant.

Rounded

Branched representative of cacti with hanging shoots up to 0.5 m long and up to 5 mm in diameter. During the flowering period is covered with small white buds with a yellow tinge.

Prismatic

This representative of cacti has a powerful trunk, around which shoots branch and give the plant a cylindrical shape. This species is characterized by very small flowers of white color.

Thick-winged

It is a long cactus with leaves. It reaches a height of 1-1.5 m. Individual stem segments have a round or elliptical shape and are painted in a bright green color with a red edging along the relief edge.

Sheaf

The epiphyte, which reaches a height of 35-45 cm. The stalk can be both straight and hanging, and it consists of many 8-10 cm segments, the edges of which are covered with a long soft bristles. The color of the plant is light green with a pale blue tint. In August, small white-green flowers bloom on the cactus, and after flowering, fruits resemble gooseberry berries are formed.

Gnarled

For this ripsalis, shoots from numerous segments of a cylindrical or bottle shape are characteristic, on average 5-7 cm in length and 2-3 cm in diameter. In young plants, they are erect, and with age they begin to hang under their own weight. Drooping shoots reach 1 m in length.

Fluffy

The shoots of this plant resemble long thin tubules, which consist of individual segments of 20-25 cm.

Pilocarpa

This epiphyte differs from its counterparts primarily because it blooms profusely 2-3 times per season. Its buds are very voluminous and decorative. The numerous petals and stamens of which they are composed give lightness and fluffiness to flowers. The stems of this plant are strong and resilient, covered with thick yellow bristles.

Cereuscula

Cereuscula rhipsalis may take an ampelous and tree form. This cactus blooms very rarely. Its stems consist of many short segments and branch very well. In order for the plant to grow in the form of a tree, it is tied up.

Ripsalis refer to unpretentious plants, but it is important to follow simple rules for the care of the plant. The main thing is to take into account what is practically all his species are light-requiring, therefore, good lighting is the key to the proper growth and development of the plant. In the active period, it is required to water the plants plentifully and often, despite the fact that ripsalis belongs to succulents and can accumulate moisture. When choosing soil for planting epiphytes, one should give preference to sandy-peaty soils with a neutral reaction or special substrates for cacti. Ripspalice breed very easily by grafting. A good piece is considered to be a piece broken off from the mother plant, consisting of 3-4 leaf segments. In the sand, the plant takes root very quickly.

Often when growing epiphytic cactus, flower growers face falling off of leaves and buds.This can be triggered by low temperature conditions, excess or lack of moisture. Guided by these simple rules, you can easily grow the original cactus at home.