Rhipsalis baccifera/Mistletoe Cactus (4 inch)

About Rhipsalis baccifera

Rhipsalis baccifera, also known as the mistletoe cactus, is a forest cactus native to Central and South American rainforests belonging to the Cactaceae family. Its stems produce clusters of green segmented pads that resemble mistletoe branches, hence the name. Baccifera bears showy white flowers followed by pearl-shaped pink berries. 

How to Care for Rhipsalis baccifera 

Sunlight: Situate in bright filtered light for an entire year. Avoid direct hot sunlight in scorching summer, especially during the afternoon. Rotate the planter to receive equal sunlight if this plant is located near the south-face window.

Water: Allow the top inch of soil to slightly dry out before watering thoroughly. Reduce frequency in winter and rainy seasons. Spraying a little water around the plant can increase the humidity in summer to help the plant survive.

Soil: To enhance better drainage, a well-draining cactus potting mix is amended with added 20% to 30% perlite or gravel rocks.

Planter: Choose a medium-sized, heavy planter with drainage holes to grow this plant. Avoid oversized pots that can retain moisture.

Propagation: Take 4-5 inch stem cuttings in spring and allow cut ends to dry for 1-2 days before planting in suitable soil.

Fertilizer: Feed every 2-3 weeks during the active growth with a half-strength balanced cactus fertilizer. Or replant the cactus with organic succulent soil yearly in active growth season.

Disease: Overwatering encourages stem rot. Allow the soil to dry out before the next watering. Discard severely infected plants.

More Information  

Primary color: Green
Secondary color: Green
Bloom color: White
Cold hardiness: Zone 9b-11b
Product format: 4” pot
Suitability: Hanging baskets, tabletops
Propagation: Stem cuttings
Special characteristic: Resembles mistletoe

We pack all shipments by hand. 

We have many years of experience shipping live succulents and cactus plants. We pay close attention to packing and have developed an expert shipping method. All succulents are packed and protected with polypropylene cotton (this is a stuffing used for dolls). We find this is the most effective material for protecting live plants while in transit. It is important to us that you are able to Keep going and Keep growing without any stress about the quality of the product or packaging.

Shipping Speed

In general, it takes 3 to 10 days for plants to arrive after you place your order. All orders will be shipped out 48 hours after you place them. We ship the orders on work days(from Monday to Saturday) and all year round. In normal conditions, it will take 3-10 days for you to receive the package. Estimated shipping times are offered as needed.

HOLIDAYS: During weeks in which a holiday occurs - Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, etc. - shipping may be delayed until the following week.

EXTREME WEATHER NOTICE: The Next Gardener reserves the right to hold shipments during storms or periods of extreme heat or cold. This is to ensure your plant does not suffer while it is in transit.

Winter shipping

We insist on shipping succulents to our customers all year round. However due to the extreme winter weather, although we pack succulents with as much protective material as possible, plants are still at increased risk of frost on their way to colder areas. We highly recommend adding one 72-hour heat pack to your order or you can request a hold on the package until it warms up.

Please note that The Next Gardener is not responsible for packages that suffer cold damage without a heat pack. We cannot control the weather. Order at your own risk.

Hawaii, Alaska, and Other US Territories

Fortunately, shipping is available to Alaska, Guam, and other U.S. Territories. However, due to numerous factors beyond our control, including customs checks and shipping delays, free shipping to Hawaii and Puerto Rico is not an option. And we can not provide the 14-day quality guarantee for orders going to Hawaii and Puerto Rico. The buyer will assume all risk of damage when a delivery is delayed. We appreciate your understanding.

Sorry. No International Shipping for now!!!