Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
graeseri
ID:
400528

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Werderm.) P.V.Heath

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
in Calyx 3: 31. 1993.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399860

Common Names

  • Rhipsalidopsis graeseri
  • Graeseri Rhipsalidopsis
  • Graeser's Rhipsalidopsis

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Synonyms

  • Rhipsalis graeseri Werderm. [invalid]
  • Rhipsaphyllopsis graeseri Werderm. [invalid]
  • Rhipsalidopsis graeseri (Werderm.) Moran [invalid]
  • Rhipsaphyllopsis graeseri Werderm. [unknown]
  • Hatiora graeseri (Werderm.) Barthlott ex D.R.Hunt [unknown]
  • Hatiora graeseri (Werderm.) Barthlott [invalid]
  • Schlumbergera graeseri (Barthlott ex D.R.Hunt) D.R.Hunt [unknown]

Description

Rhipsalidopsis graeseri (also called Graeser's Rhipsalidopsis, among many other common names) is a small, succulent, perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, pink, bell-shaped flowers and is typically found in tropical, moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rhipsalidopsis graeseri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a groundcover in landscaping and as a container plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Rhipsalis graeseri is small, white, and star-shaped. Seed is round and black. Seedlings are thin and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhipsalidopsis graeseri is an epiphytic cactus that can be propagated by cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken from stems and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Division is done by carefully digging up the plant and dividing the root system into several sections.

Where to Find Rhipsalidopsis graeseri

Rhipsalidopsis graeseri can be found in Central and South America.

Rhipsalidopsis graeseri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhipsalidopsis graeseri?

Rhipsalidopsis graeseri

What type of plant is Rhipsalidopsis graeseri?

Cactus

Where does Rhipsalidopsis graeseri grow?

Brazil

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

Paul V. Heath (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.V.Heath' in the authors string.
Erich Werdermann (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Werderm.' in the authors string.