Lepismium bolivianum (L)

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Lepismium bolivianum is an exceptionally easy-care houseplant with a truly unique appearance. This tropical cactus is admired for its long, flat, trailing green stems that create a relaxed yet striking look. Native to the tropical forests of Bolivia, it naturally grows without soil on rocks and tree trunks.

As an epiphytic plant, it thrives in a very airy, well-draining substrate which mimics its natural growing conditions. With proper care, Lepismium bolivianum rewards you with delicate creamy-white flowers that open at night or in the early morning, adding an extra touch of magic to this already special plant.

 

She loves our Substrate mix for cacti and succulents

Pot diameter: 17 cm
Plant height with pot: 50 – 60 cm

 

Only 2 left in stock

PLANT CARE

Light     Bright, indirect sunlight, or few hours of direct sun.

Water    in moderation allowing the top 2–3 cm of soil to dry out completely between waterings. In active growth season (spring and summer), water her more frequently  (roughly every 7–10 days, depending on your environment) and in fall and winter, reduce watering as growth slows (every 2–3 weeks, or when the soil is dry).

Want to learn more about watering houseplants? Read about it here.

Humidity    Average humidity to moderately low humidity is fine.

Do you need to improve humidity level in your place? Here are our recommendations.

Repotting and feeding    He will love our Desert soil mix for cacti and succulents. Feed himonce a month in growing season with balanced NPK fertilizer

When do you need to repot your plant? Learn about it here.

Toxicity    he is not toxic.

Common problems and solutions

1. Soft and wrinkly leaves - your plant is dehydrated or you have a root rot problem.Ensure well-draining soil, water only when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, remove affected roots if rot has set in

2. Plant not growing or flowering, pale leaves - not enough sun or water or both, some NPK fertilizer may also help.

3. Pest - not supper common, but do check for mealybugs, aphids, spider mites. Neem oil might help you with prevention

Please note
Each plant is one of a kind, so the one you receive may differ slightly in size, shape, or color from the images shown. These photos are for illustration purposes only — nature loves a bit of variety.

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Lepismium bolivianum (L)

Only 2 left in stock

29.00 inc Vat