Rhipsalis Mesembryanthemoides ‘Clumpy Mistletoe’

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Basic Info

Rhipsalis Mesembryanthemoides is also commonly known as the ‘Clumpy Mistletoe’. As the plant matures you can expect it to produce green fleshy looking leaves. The plants main feature are the white beautiful looking flowers.

Scientific Classification

Family: Cactaceae
Subfamily: Cactoideae
Tribe: Rhipsalideae
Genus: Rhipsalis

Care and Propagation Information

Watering

Rhipsalis Mesembryanthemoides ‘Clumpy Mistletoe’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care off. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Clumpy Misteltoe healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.

General Care for Rhipsalis Mesembryanthemoides ‘Clumpy Mistletoe’

This succulent type is a interesting succulent. When it blooms, you will enjoy white flowers. It is a nice addition to your outside garden!

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Quick Facts:

Prefers full sun
Can be grown outdoor
Grows 30 cm (12″) tall

Grows up to 60 cm (24″) wide
Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
Does not handle cold well

Prefers Zone 10a-11b -1.1 °C (30 F)
Best propagated by seeds
Flowers are white

Where to Plant

Rhipsalis Mesembryanthemoides ‘Clumpy Mistletoe’ succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.

This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 10a-11b which is around -1.1 °C (30 °F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Clumpy Mistletoe in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.

How to Propagate Rhipsalis Mesembryanthemoides ‘Clumpy Mistletoe’

Clumpy Mistletoe can be propagated by seeds. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store.

Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.

How to Propagate Rhipsalis Mesembryanthemoides ‘Clumpy Mistletoe’ Using Seeds

This succulent type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.