Rhipsalis pachyptera- 3 Leaf Segments-Epiphytic Cactus-White Flowers

Description: Rhipsalis pachypteraYou receive 3 leaf segments about two inches long. The flowers on the mature plant bloom in the winter and have a fragrant smell, followed by small berrylike fruiting bodies. The plant can drape up to five feet making an impressive specimen when blooming. Origin and Habitat: Rhipsalis pachyptera is endemic to Brazil, where it occurs in Paraná, Rio de Janeiro, Santa Catarina and São Paulo. Records from Rio Grande do Sul are probably a different species. This is a fairly common and locally abundant species.Altitude range: It occurs from sea level to 1,500 metres above sea level, but it is more common at low elevations.Habitat and Ecology: This cactus grows as a lithophyte and as an epiphyte on trunks of trees in mostly open habitat in Atlantic forest. The habitats, especially at lower levels, are threatened by expanding tourist developments and urbanization. Not currently on any C.I.T.E.S lists of Concern. Shipped via USPS in padded envelope. We are not responsible for frozen plant materials. Please keep your local forecast in mind when ordering. Heat packing is available for a 5.00 Service fee. Please contact seller for updated invoice if you want this service.

Price: 5 USD

Location: Tarpon Springs, Florida

End Time: 2024-11-17T14:18:10.000Z

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