| Place of origin:
East of Brazil.
Description: Epiphytic plant which forms
tight hanging groups, formed by numerous, thin stems.
The main stem is extended and of cylindrical shape, with articles
arranged one after another, of between 10 and 15 cm. long
and 2 or 3 mm. wide. They are of shining green color and have
small areolas, which produce numerous aerial roots with which
they absorb the environmental humidity.
The flowers are very small, measure less than 1 cm. wide,
appear generally near the end of articles and are of white
color.
The fruits are spherical, of about 5 mm. wide and white color.
Growing tips: Requires elevated environmental
humidity. Propagation is made by cuttings. |