Pseudorhipsalis amazonica (Purple Rhipsalis) - Image 2

Botanical names: Pseudorhipsalis amazonica, Wittia Amazonica, Disocactus amazonicus, Wittiocactus amazonicus

Common names: Purple Rhipsalis, Blue Flame

Family: Cactacea

Origin: South America

Hardiness: 25°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyBlue, lavender, purple flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Pseudorhipsalis amazonica (Purple Rhipsalis) close up of purple flower with rain drops on flat leaves
Pseudorhipsalis amazonica (Purple Rhipsalis) with rain drops resting on vibrant purple flower and green stems


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Pseudorhipsalis (Wittia) amazonica - Blue Flame Cactus

Spectacular bloomer! With foliage resembling an Orchid Cactus (Epiphyllum), Blue Flame is a rare epiphyte from the rainforests of the Amazon jungle. This is a spineless tropical cactus that blooms bright purple flowers. Flowers emerge along the leaf edges from late spring through early summer, and blooms for a couple of weeks. Early springtime flowers are magenta, but summer flowers have the distinctive blue tip on the magenta flower. Mature leaves are about 12" long. Blue Flame prefers a hot, humid environment similar to its jungle habitat. Grow in porous cactus soil or Adenium Mix in partial sun to bright, indirect light.


Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
10 Plants in stock
$39.95