Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
rosea
ID:
1288754

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lagerh.) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 4: 209. 1923.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288092

Common Names

  • Rhipsalidopsis rosea
  • Easter Cactus
  • Christmas Cactus

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Description

Rhipsalidopsis rosea (also called Easter Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to South America. It is a shrubby cactus with light green stems that can reach up to 8 meters in height. It is found in dry, rocky habitats in Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, and Brazil.

Uses & Benefits

Rhipsalidopsis rosea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its edible fruit.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rhipsalidopsis rosea are white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhipsalidopsis rosea is a slow-growing cactus species. It is best grown in well-draining, sandy soil in a sunny location. Propagation is usually done by seed or by cutting off offsets from the parent plant.

Where to Find Rhipsalidopsis rosea

Rhipsalidopsis rosea is native to the deserts of Brazil.

Rhipsalidopsis rosea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhipsalidopsis rosea?

Rhipsalidopsis rosea

What is the common name of Rhipsalidopsis rosea?

Rose Easter Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Rhipsalidopsis rosea?

It is native to 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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Nils Gustaf von Lagerheim (1860-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lagerh.' in the authors string.