Ripsalis berry is a native plant that comes from tropical Brazilian forests. How to take care of her at home?

Ripsalka bobulonosná (Rhipsalis bacifera)is a beautiful, original plant with great decorative value. Thanks to its unusual appearance, it has become a popular indoor plant. It comes from Brazil. How to take care of it properly in the apartment?

Key features of ripsalka

  • Rispalka grow on distinct, segmented stems that resemble small twigs.

The bright green color and interesting shape attract attention and win the hearts of lovers of home greenery.

  • Ripsalka does not grow very fast, its maximum height is about half a meter.

The drooping shoots that the plant produces can hang impressively from the pot. When the conditions are right, ripsalka will bloom – usually in the spring.

  • The flowers are small and delicate, yellow and orange in color.

Ripsalka berry-bearing – how to care for it?

Ripsalka does not require much care.

  • The most important thing is to find a suitable place for her, where she will have access to diffused, bright light.

It will do best on a window facing east or west. If you place the ripsalka on a south-facing window, you need to place it behind a curtain or use special covers so that the rays do not burn the young shoots.

  • If the ripsalka shoots thin out and begin to lengthen, this is a sign that the plant does not have access to light.
  • Ripsalka grows best at moderate temperatures – from 18 to 25 degrees.

It can also grow on the balcony during the summer, as long as it is not exposed to strong sunlight. In winter, the plant enters a period of rest – if the temperature in which ripsalka grows drops to 10 to 15 degrees, you have a better chance of beautiful flowers in spring.

  • When it comes to watering, the most important thing is not to overwater.
  • In the summer, it is best to wait until the soil dries out a little before pouring another dose of water into the pot.
  • In winter, watering should be reduced even more.

Otherwise, the roots of ripsalka may start to rot. How to water ripsalka?

  • Boiled water or rainwater is best.
  • The plant likes high humidity.

During the heating season, it is a good idea to place an air humidifier near it. You can also spray the leaves of the plant with soft water.

  • The plant can be fertilized with preparations intended for cacti and succulents.
  • The flower pot must have drainage holes.
  • The substrate for ripsalka should be well permeable to water – it is best to use soil for cacti.

Then the plant will grow best.

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