Rhipsalis cassutha is also called spaghetti cactus because of its long, thin shoots. The care of this type of Rhipsalis is similar to that of other varieties. The non-poisonous cactus forgives minor care errors and is therefore an ideal plant for beginners.
How do I properly care for a Rhipsalis Cassutha cactus?
Rhipsalis Cassutha, also called spaghetti cactus, requires moderate watering with rainwater, cactus fertilizer every 14 days outside of the flowering period, a cut in spring, replacement of substrate, temperature differences for flower formation and protection against root rot and spider mites.
What should you pay attention to when watering Rhipsalis cassutha?
Rhipsalis cassutha does not tolerate complete dryness or waterlogging. Water all year round but not too heavily. Always pour off excess water straight away.
Rhipsalis cassutha does not tolerate lime. Therefore, if possible, use rainwater to water or spray the plant.
How do you fertilize Rhipsalis cassutha correctly?
Fertilization is carried out all year round. Only stop fertilizing during the flowering period. Cactus fertilizer (€6.00 on Amazon), which is given at fortnightly intervals, is suitable as fertilizer.
Are you allowed to cut Rhipsalis cassutha?
Rhipsalis is often cultivated as an ampelous plant because of its long shoots. If the shoots become too long, feel free to shorten them. Cut them back by a maximum of two thirds in spring.
When do you need to repot the plant?
Rhipsalis cassutha doesn't need a new pot every year. However, you should carefully unpot the cactus in spring and replace the old substrate with fresh soil.
Loose cactus soil, which must not contain lime, is suitable as a substrate.
How do you get Rhipsalis cassutha to bloom?
Rhipsalis produces many flowers if you ensure that the temperatures are different during the day and at night. A temperature difference of ten degrees is considered optimal.
What diseases and pests should you watch out for?
Diseases almost only arise from too much moisture in the root area. The roots then rot.
Watch out for spider mites, which like to stay on the rhipsalis, especially in winter.
Does Rhipsalis cassutha need a winter break?
Rhipsalis cassutha does not take a real winter break. You can care for the cactus in the flower window all year round. Just don't put it right next to a heater.
Some experts recommend keeping the rhipsalis a little cooler in winter. This is supposed to stimulate flower formation.
Tip
Like all Rhipsalis species, Rhipsalis cassutha is best propagated via cuttings. The shoots must be at least ten centimeters long and allowed to dry for a few days before being placed in potting soil.
