A real standout in the Rhipsalis world, Rhipsalis ‘Red Coral’ is loved for its flat, trailing stems that flush deep red under bright light. Unlike typical cacti, this is a jungle species—meaning softer growth, no spines, and a more relaxed, trailing habit that works beautifully in hanging pots or cascading from a shelf.
Its colour shift is where it gets exciting—lush green in lower light, but with strong light it develops rich coral-red tones, making each plant a little unique.
Plant Care
Light: Bright indirect light is ideal. Can tolerate some gentle direct sun—this is what encourages those red tones. Lower light = greener growth.
Watering: Allow the top half of the soil to dry out between waterings. More forgiving than desert cacti, but still doesn’t like sitting wet.
Temperature: 15-28C is ideal.
Potting: These plants like a chunky mix, similar to their natural habitat. Our Airy Aroid is a great choice for this species.
Hot tips: Colour will deepen with brighter light, but introduce slowly to avoid stress. Looks best styled trailing or in a hanging pot.
Pet Friendly: YES
About this plant
A real standout in the Rhipsalis world, Rhipsalis ‘Red Coral’ is loved for its flat, trailing stems that flush deep red under bright light. Unlike typical cacti, this is a jungle species—meaning softer growth, no spines, and a more relaxed, trailing habit that works beautifully in hanging pots or cascading from a shelf.
Its colour shift is where it gets exciting—lush green in lower light, but with strong light it develops rich coral-red tones, making each plant a little unique.
Plant Care
Light: Bright indirect light is ideal. Can tolerate some gentle direct sun—this is what encourages those red tones. Lower light = greener growth.
Watering: Allow the top half of the soil to dry out between waterings. More forgiving than desert cacti, but still doesn’t like sitting wet.
Temperature: 15-28C is ideal.
Potting: These plants like a chunky mix, similar to their natural habitat. Our Airy Aroid is a great choice for this species.
Hot tips: Colour will deepen with brighter light, but introduce slowly to avoid stress. Looks best styled trailing or in a hanging pot.
Pet Friendly: YES
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Delivery across Great Britain
Live plants travel via Royal Mail Tracked 24. Non-plant items travel via Tracked 48 unless they are packed with a plant.
Dispatch: Orders placed before 2pm are normally dispatched the following day. Orders placed on Saturday are dispatched on Monday.
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