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Rhipsalis houlletiana

Uncactus-like cactus from Brazil , where it grows as an epiphyte. Flat thin leaves cascade and rebranch to 2 metres long. Small cream flowers. Hanging basket plant for warm, shady areas. Indoors only probably.

3.Indoors OK, Outdoors OK in warm, well-drained position in mild areas.

Lovely mid-winter flowers.
Feed and water frequently to keep leaves flat and avoid thin adventitious shoots taking over......
...see righthand side, they're taking over!
Lovely mid-winter flowers.
Feed and water frequently to keep leaves flat and avoid thin adventitious shoots taking over......
...see righthand side, they're taking over!