Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
1289821

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barthlott & Rauh

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 38: 17. 1987.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289159



Common Names

  • Rhipsalis Occidentalis
  • Western Mistletoe Cactus
  • Western Rhipsalis


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Description

Rhipsalis occidentalis (also called Western rhipsalis, and many other common names) is a cactus species native to Brazil. It is a columnar cactus, with stems up to 4 m (13 ft) tall, and up to 5 cm (2 in) in diameter. It typically grows in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhipsalis occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhipsalis occidentalis has white flowers with a diameter of around 1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single stem with small, white spines.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhipsalis occidentalis is a cactus species native to Brazil. It is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Rhipsalis occidentalis should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Rhipsalis occidentalis

Rhipsalis occidentalis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Rhipsalis occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhipsalis occidentalis?

Rhipsalis occidentalis

What is the common name of Rhipsalis occidentalis?

Western Rhipsalis

What is the natural habitat of Rhipsalis occidentalis?

It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Werner Rauh (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauh' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Barthlott (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barthlott' in the authors string.