Plant Care Rhipsalis paradoxa

Rhipsalis paradoxa

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Taxonomy

Rhipsalis paradoxa
Rhipsalis
Cactaceae
Caryophyllales

How to care for Rhipsalis paradoxa

💦 Water

How often to water your Rhipsalis paradoxa

Water needs for Rhipsalis paradoxa
0.5 cups
every 12

Rhipsalis paradoxa needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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Water 0.5 cups every
12

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Rhipsalis paradoxa in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Rhipsalis paradoxa: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Rhipsalis paradoxa may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Rhipsalis paradoxa in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Rhipsalis paradoxa

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Rhipsalis paradoxa: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Rhipsalis paradoxa after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Rhipsalis paradoxa thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Rhipsalis paradoxa may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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Rhipsalis paradoxa Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.


💨 Humidity

Rhipsalis paradoxa prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

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🪴 Soil

Rhipsalis paradoxa is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

When and How to Successfully Repot Rhipsalis paradoxa →


💩 Fertilizer

Rhipsalis paradoxa grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Rhipsalis paradoxa →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Rhipsalis paradoxa to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


🌎 Native Region

Rhipsalis paradoxa is native to Central, South America, and the Caribbean.


🌸 Flowers

Rhipsalis paradoxa produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Rhipsalis paradoxa

Rhipsalis paradoxa

Rhipsalis paradoxa


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Rhipsalis paradoxa has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 1
Rhipsalis paradoxa has a Survivor plant personality Survivor 1
Rhipsalis paradoxa has a Easy to propagate plant personality Easy to propagate 1
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leaf-1 14 Plants
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globe San Francisco, CA
08/02/2021

Cool looking hanging succulent I’m trying to train into a living shower curtain under a skylight.

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leaf-1 31 Plants
xp 1,844 XP
globe Cronulla, New South Wales
05/26/2021

You can neglect this plant and it will bounce back.
Water when soil begins to dry out and that’s it !

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