Rhipsalis pilocarpa
Rhipsalis pilocarpa Loefgr.
Rhipsalis pilocarpa, the hairy-fruited wickerware cactus, is a species of flowering plant in the Cactaceae family. It is endemic to Brazil and is found in limited, isolated locations. The species is classified as 'vulnerable' on the IUCN Red List. Despite its scarcity in the wild, it is cultivated as an ornamental houseplant and has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Description
Rhipsalis pilocarpa is a member of the Cactaceae family and is native to Brazil. It is known for its limited distribution in the wild, with only a few isolated populations. The species is considered vulnerable by the IUCN Red List due to its restricted range and potential threats. However, it is grown as an ornamental plant and has been recognized for its horticultural value with an Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society.
Distribution
BR · Global · Brazil Southeast · Brazil South
Synonyms
Erythrorhipsalis pilocarpaPfeiffera rhipsaloidesRhipsalis pilocarpa f. minima
