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rhipsalis

/ˈrɪp.sə.lɪs/

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noun

/ˈrɪp.sə.lɪs/C2formalscientific
  • ruКрупный род эпифитных или литофитных кактусов без колючек, обычно с сегментированными стеблями и поникающими ветвями; их цветки мелкие, после них появляются ягодообразные плоды.

A large genus of epiphytic or lithophytic cacti that are unarmed, typically with segmented stems and pendulous branches; their flowers are small and are followed by berrylike fruits.

proper noun

  1. Genus of cactiC2formalscientific

    A large genus of epiphytic or lithophytic cacti, typically with segmented stems and pendulous branches, small flowers, and berry-like fruits.

    ruРод кактусов

    • Rhipsalis is one of the few cactus genera found naturally outside the Americas.
    • The Rhipsalis plant thrives in humid, shaded environments.
    • Many Rhipsalis species are popular as houseplants due to their unique trailing growth.
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