About
An epiphytic cactus, with flattened, narrow, trailing green stems to 1m long, angled at the midrib and alternately scalloped at the edges. From spring to summer it produces funnel-shaped white or pink flowers from the areoles.
About the genus
A genus of trailing, flowering cacti, found in Bolivia and northwestern Argentina with long, narrow serrated or spiny stems and creamy-white, orange or pink waxy flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH1B
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent
HabitPendulous weeping, Trailing
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesHanging basket, Houseplants, Sub-tropical
Native toBolivia
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a free-draining, epiphytic cactus mix in bright filtered or indirect light with moderate to high humidity. Mist daily in warm weather. In growth, water freely and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser 3 or 4 times; water sparingly at other times. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further advice
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed sown at 19-24°C in spring; root stem sections in spring or summer
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to mealybugs
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free