Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
gaertneri
ID:
1421498

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel) Linding.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
in Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 61A: 378. 1942.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001433963

Common Names

  • Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri
  • Gaertner's Rhipsalidopsis
  • Gaertner's Easter Cactus

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Description

Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri (also called Easter Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Brazil and Argentina. It is a small, shrubby cactus with flattened, segmented stems, and bright pink flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often grown as a houseplant.

Uses & Benefits

Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri is used as an ornamental plant, as a natural fence, and as a source of food. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. Seed: The seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Where to Find Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri

Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri can be found in the Brazilian states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.

Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri?

Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri is native to Brazil.

What is the growth habit of Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri?

Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri is an epiphytic cactus with short, thick stems.

What is the flower color of Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri?

The flowers of Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri are white or pink.

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

Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Karl Hermann Leonhard Lindinger (1879-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linding.' in the authors string.