Rhipsalis horrida
Rhipsalis horrida
Rhipsalis horrida
Rhipsalis horrida
Rhipsalis horrida
Rhipsalis horrida
Rhipsalis horrida
Rhipsalis horrida
Rhipsalis horrida
Rhipsalis horrida
Rhipsalis horrida

The scientific name for Mouse Tail Cactus is Rhipsalis horrida. Its long and densely stemmed spines resemble a mouse tail! The plant originates in Central South Africa, belongs to the family of Cactaceae, and can grow up to a height of 6 inches. The growth slows down in the winter season, making the plant winter dormant. 

Growth Rate

While the plant grows fairly quickly, ensure that it is repotted every year once the growing season is over and the flowers have bloomed to their fullest. 

Flowering

Be ready to see the growth of red, pink, and orange-colored flowers that are about 0.2 inches in diameter during the summer and spring seasons. 

Watering and Feeding

Mouse tail cactus have little to no watering needs. All you need to take care of is that you water them sparingly from time to time. Every 2 to 4 weeks, feed them with a balanced and general-purpose fertilizer during their growing months.

Soil

You will be required to create a gritty and acidic soil mix. Use two parts peat moss and one part sand. Mix it with bark chips to promote drainage. 

Hardiness

Rhipsalis horrida has a frost tolerance of anywhere between -3.9° C (25° F) to 10° C (50° F). The hardiness ranges from 9b to 11b.

Light

Even though Rhipsalis horrida needs partial sunlight for growth, make sure the number of hours that the plant is exposed to sunlight is ample. 

Propagation

The most common way of propagation for Rhipsalos horrida is vegetative propagation. Propagation is also possible through division. 

Now that you know that this plant is unseemingly long, you can try displaying it in a hanging basket in or around your favorite place at home.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Early spring to late summer
Botanical Name Rhipsalis horrida
Dormancy fall and winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color whitishgrey to red
Flower Color whitishgrey to red, brown
Mature Size 50 cm
Native Area Madagascar
Resistance 10 °C

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04/07/2022
Adriana G.
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Adorable

Healthy and adorable little plant !! I would definitely recommend them.

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02/01/2023
Robin P.
United States United States

Healthy cute little plant. Love it. Still doesnt look like picture.

CP
03/28/2023
Carol P.
United States United States

Yay!

Even better in person! Can’t wait to watch this guy grow!

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05/02/2023
Sue W.
United States United States

Well Grown Healthy Cactus

Arrived quickly. Plant appears healthy and has new growth. Only drawback using Planet Desert is high shipping cost.

Rhipsalis horrida

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The scientific name for Mouse Tail Cactus is Rhipsalis horrida. Its long and densely stemmed spines resemble a mouse tail! The plant originates in Central South Africa, belongs to the family of Cactaceae, and can grow up to a height of 6 inches. The growth slows down in the winter season, making the plant winter dormant. 

Growth Rate

While the plant grows fairly quickly, ensure that it is repotted every year once the growing season is over and the flowers have bloomed to their fullest. 

Flowering

Be ready to see the growth of red, pink, and orange-colored flowers that are about 0.2 inches in diameter during the summer and spring seasons. 

Watering and Feeding

Mouse tail cactus have little to no watering needs. All you need to take care of is that you water them sparingly from time to time. Every 2 to 4 weeks, feed them with a balanced and general-purpose fertilizer during their growing months.

Soil

You will be required to create a gritty and acidic soil mix. Use two parts peat moss and one part sand. Mix it with bark chips to promote drainage. 

Hardiness

Rhipsalis horrida has a frost tolerance of anywhere between -3.9° C (25° F) to 10° C (50° F). The hardiness ranges from 9b to 11b.

Light

Even though Rhipsalis horrida needs partial sunlight for growth, make sure the number of hours that the plant is exposed to sunlight is ample. 

Propagation

The most common way of propagation for Rhipsalos horrida is vegetative propagation. Propagation is also possible through division. 

Now that you know that this plant is unseemingly long, you can try displaying it in a hanging basket in or around your favorite place at home.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Early spring to late summer
Botanical Name Rhipsalis horrida
Dormancy fall and winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color whitishgrey to red
Flower Color whitishgrey to red, brown
Mature Size 50 cm
Native Area Madagascar
Resistance 10 °C

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Customer Reviews
4.8 Based on 4 Reviews
5 ★
75% 
3
4 ★
25% 
1
3 ★
0% 
0
2 ★
0% 
0
1 ★
0% 
0
Customer Photos
Write a Review Ask a Question

Thank you for submitting a review!

Your input is very much appreciated. Share it with your friends so they can enjoy it too!

Filter Reviews:
AG
04/07/2022
Adriana G.
United States United States

Adorable

Healthy and adorable little plant !! I would definitely recommend them.

Planet Desert  Review
RP
02/01/2023
Robin P.
United States United States

Healthy cute little plant. Love it. Still doesnt look like picture.

CP
03/28/2023
Carol P.
United States United States

Yay!

Even better in person! Can’t wait to watch this guy grow!

Planet Desert  Review
SW
05/02/2023
Sue W.
United States United States

Well Grown Healthy Cactus

Arrived quickly. Plant appears healthy and has new growth. Only drawback using Planet Desert is high shipping cost.

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