| Merchant | Pot Size | Availability | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
- | In Stock | $39.68 | Buy |
| Common Name | Easter Cactus |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Rhipsalidopsis |
| Species | Gaertneri |
| Origin | Brazil |
| Blooming | Spring (Easter); pink, red, or purple flowers |
| Leaf Color | Green to reddish-green segments |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Succulents plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining epiphytic mix: peat, perlite, and coarse sand or orchid bark
Keep moist during active growth, allow to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy.
Bright indirect light; avoid direct scorching sun which burns segments
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from Spring until late Summer.
Pinch back tips after flowering to encourage bushier growth and shape.
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