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Rhipsalis Boliviana (Syn. Lepismium Bolivianum) (Bolivian Mistletoe Cactus Hanging Basket)

Rhipsalis Boliviana (Syn. Lepismium Bolivianum) (Bolivian Mistletoe Cactus Hanging Basket)

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Rhipsalis Boliviana, also known under the synonym Lepismium Bolivianum, is a graceful trailing cactus valued for its slender, cascading stems and soft, architectural texture. Unlike desert cacti, it is epiphytic in nature, naturally growing on trees in tropical forests, which gives it a lush, flowing habit ideal for hanging baskets and elevated planters. Its delicate green stems create an elegant waterfall effect, making it a popular choice for indoor plant styling and shaded outdoor spaces.

Easy to care for and highly adaptable, this mistletoe cactus thrives in bright indirect light and prefers a well-drained growing medium with moderate moisture. It is well suited to homes, patios, and sheltered gardens where it can be displayed as a striking trailing feature. With its unique growth habit, low-maintenance requirements, and soft cascading form, Rhipsalis Boliviana adds a refined tropical touch to any plant collection.

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Mature height

Trails 30–80 cm or more

Mature width

Spreads 40–80 cm

Spacing

30–60 cm apart

Evergreen/Deciduous

Evergreen

Foliage

Soft green trailing stems

Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest

Spring to Summer (small inconspicuous flowers)

Sun tolerance

Bright Indirect Light to Partial Shade

Maintenance

Low

Root System

Shallow, epiphytic fibrous root system