Rhipsalis paradoxa
Rhipsalis paradoxa (Salm-Dyck ex Pfeiff.) Salm-Dyck
Rhipsalis paradoxa is a species in the Cactaceae family, endemic to Brazil. It is found in the subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests of the country. The species is threatened primarily due to habitat loss.
Description
Rhipsalis paradoxa (Salm-Dyck ex Pfeiff.) Salm-Dyck is a member of the Cactaceae family and is native to Brazil, specifically in the Northeast, Southeast, and South regions. It grows in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest environments. The species was first described in 1845. Habitat destruction poses a significant threat to its survival.
Distribution
BR · Global · Brazil Northeast · Brazil Southeast · Brazil South
Synonyms
Lepismium alternatumLepismium paradoxumRhipsalis pterocaulisCereus pterocaulisHariota alternataHariota paradoxaHylorhipsalis paradoxaRhipsalis alternataRhipsalis paradoxa var. beastonii
