Water
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry, reducing frequency in winter. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Lepismium lumbricoides is a trailing cactus with flattened, segmented stems, native to South America. It produces small, inconspicuous flowers and is often grown as a hanging houseplant.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers bright, indirect light.
70% intensity
Protect from direct sun.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry, reduce in winter.
60% intensity
Avoid waterlogging.
A well-draining cactus or succulent mix is essential. Adding perlite or sand improves drainage.
50% intensity
Ideal growing range is 18-25°C.
70% intensity
Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter.
House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed monthly during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
40% intensity
Do not feed in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry, reducing frequency in winter. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Prune to maintain shape or control size. Trim leggy stems to encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or damaged segments at any time of year.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Rooting typically occurs within a few weeks.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a pot only slightly larger than the previous one, with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Lepismium Lumbricoides (Lepismium lumbricoides)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Lepismium |
| Species | Lepismium lumbricoides |
Similar in genus Lepismium
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
