lepismiumlepismium
genusgenusForest-dwelling cacti with unique flattened or angular stems that cascade elegantly from their perches in tree branches. These unusual epiphytic plants produce delicate flowers along their stems and naturally grow in the shade of tropical and subtropical forest canopies.
Etymology
The name 'Lepismium' comes from the Greek word 'lepis' meaning 'scale,' referring to the small scale-like structures found near the flowers of these plants.
Interesting fact!
Unlike most desert cacti, these rainforest dwellers have evolved to thrive in humid environments and often grow without any soil, clinging to tree bark with their roots.
All species of Lepismium
lepismiumCruciforme
Cross cactus, Hanging cross cactus, Star flower cactus.
lepismiumMicranthum
Tiny flower lepismium, Ribbon cactus, Hanging stick cactus.
lepismiumIanthothele
Purple chain cactus, Zigzag lepismium, Star cactus vine.
lepismiumHoulletianum
Ribbon cactus, Ric rac orchid cactus, Trailing lepismium.
lepismiumLumbricoides
Earthworm cactus, String cactus, Worm vine.
lepismiumLorentzianum
Ribbon cactus, Trailing lepismium, Cascading cactus.
lepismiumWarmingianum
Zigzag cactus, Ribbon cactus, Forest cactus.
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