Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paradoxa
ID:
400334

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Salm-Dyck ex Pfeiff.) Salm-Dyck

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Cact. Hort. Dyck.: 39. 1845.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399666



Common Names

  • Paradoxa Cactus
  • Rhipsalis Paradoxa
  • Paradoxa Plant


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Synonyms

  • Lepismium alternatum W.H.Baxter [unknown]
  • Lepismium paradoxum Salm-Dyck ex Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Rhipsalis pterocaulis C.F.Först. [unknown]
  • Cereus pterocaulis Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Hariota alternata Lem. [unknown]
  • Hariota paradoxa (Salm-Dyck ex Pfeiff.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Hylorhipsalis paradoxa (Salm-Dyck ex Pfeiff.) Doweld [unknown]
  • Rhipsalis alternata (Lem.) Lem. [unknown]
  • Rhipsalis paradoxa beastonii Hochstätter [unknown]

Description

Rhipsalis paradoxa (also called Paradox Rhipsalis, among many other common names) is a cactus species native to South America. It has a cylindrical stem with a diameter of up to 5 cm and a length of up to 15 cm. It grows in dry forests and rocky areas, and is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Uses & Benefits

Rhipsalis paradoxa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and is known for its showy yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, coughs, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rhipsalis paradoxa sub. septentrionalis N.P.Taylor & Barthlott
Rhipsalis paradoxa sub. paradoxa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhipsalis paradoxa has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhipsalis paradoxa is an epiphytic cactus that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Water when the soil is dry and fertilize during the growing season.

Where to Find Rhipsalis paradoxa

Rhipsalis paradoxa is native to Central and South America.

Rhipsalis paradoxa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhipsalis paradoxa?

Rhipsalis paradoxa

What is the common name of Rhipsalis paradoxa?

Mistletoe Cactus

What type of environment does Rhipsalis paradoxa prefer?

Rhipsalis paradoxa prefers humid, tropical environments.

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

Joseph zu Salm-Reifferscheidt-Dyck (1773-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salm-Dyck' in the authors string.
Ludwig Karl Georg Pfeiffer (1805-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pfeiff.' in the authors string.