Hatioras form masses of stems, generally, 20 inches or less (50 cm). They like a soil rather light and well drained, and can rot if kept cold and soaked. They can also die by lack of water, so their soil should never be too dry. When the airt is dry, they appreciate to be misted with regular water

The flowers vary largely in size, from 0.2 inches (5 mm) to over 1 inch (2.5 cm) for the Rhipsalosopsis hybrids. They form on the previous year growth.

They are propagated easily by cuttings that root wherever they touch the ground.
Take end of stem cuttings with 1 to 4 segments. Let the cut dry out and heal for 12 to 24 hours. Plant in soil. The temperature should be at least 68°F (20°C)The rooting process takes 2 to 3 weeks. In May or June, the cuttings can be moved to the growing pot. At that time, they can be trimmed to 2 segments to encourage branching.

Drunkard's Dream (Hatiora salicornioides)

Easter Cactus - Hatiora gaertneri (Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri)

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