Lepismium Bolivianum — Coral Cactus — Ø17 cm — H55 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of light does it need? Bright indirect light. When hanging, its trailing stems create a spectacular cascading effect.
Is it a toxic plant? No, Lepismium is not considered toxic to animals.
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
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CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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Lepismium Bolivianum — Coral Cactus — Ø17 cm — H55 cm
🌿 Tender green trailing stems • 🎨 Elegant cascading habit • ☀️ Partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 🌱 Fast growth • 🐾 Non-toxic
The Lepismium Bolivianum, also called Coral Cactus, is a spectacular epiphytic cactus known for its tender green trailing stems that create an elegant and airy cascading effect. This fascinating plant features thin, branched stems that gracefully lengthen, forming a lush plant cascade that brings a touch of tropical freshness and lightness to your urban jungle.
Native to the humid tropical forests of Bolivia and South America, Lepismium naturally grows as an epiphytic plant on tree branches in shaded understories where it develops its characteristic trailing stems. Unlike desert cacti, it enjoys humidity and Partial shade. With its height of 55 cm and pot diameter of 17 cm, it is perfect for hanging, high shelves, or as an elegant trailing plant in your urban jungle. Its rapid growth and ease of care make it an ideal choice to create a spectacular cascading effect.
Exposure & placement
The Lepismium Bolivianum appreciates Partial shade with bright indirect light. Unlike desert cacti, it poorly tolerates direct sunlight which burns its delicate stems.
- Exposure: Partial shade, bright indirect light, avoid direct sunlight.
- Ideal: hanging near an east or north-facing window, high shelf, bright bathroom, or office.
- Temperature: 15 to 25 °C, without sudden fluctuations.
- Substrate: light, airy, and well-drained, potting soil for epiphytic cacti or orchids with perlite.
Verdeia Tip: when hanging, its trailing stems create a spectacular cascading effect that can reach over one meter in length.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate; let the substrate dry out on the surface between waterings.
- Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, reduce in winter.
- Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and a very well-draining substrate.
- Humidity: prefers 50-60% humidity, mist occasionally or place near other plants.
- Fertilizer: once a month in spring-summer with a liquid cactus fertilizer diluted by half.
- Size: pinch the tips to encourage branching and a bushier growth habit.
Unlike desert cacti, Lepismium enjoys moderate humidity — never let it dry out completely for too long.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
With its soft green trailing stems, the Lepismium Bolivianum brings a touch of lightness and tropical freshness to your urban jungle. It creates a spectacular airy and cascading focal point.
- Pair with: Rhipsalis, Hoya, Ceropegia, Tradescantia, or other trailing plants to create a suspended urban jungle.
- Ideal pot: macramé hanger, suspended decorative pot in white ceramic, or woven basket to highlight the cascading effect.
- Atmosphere: perfect hanging near a window, on a high shelf to let the stems cascade, in a bright bathroom or office.
The trailing stems create an elegant vertical movement that adds depth and dynamism to your decor.
Verdeia Tips
- Easy to care for — perfect for beginners with epiphytic cacti.
- Fast growth — enjoy a plant that grows quickly and creates a spectacular cascading effect.
- Avoid direct sunlight — burns delicate stems (it’s not a desert cactus).
- Likes humidity — unlike desert cacti, it prefers moderate humidity.
- Pinch the tips — encourages branching and a bushier growth habit.
- Repot every 2-3 years in spring into a slightly larger decorative pot.
- Very easy to propagate — cut a stem and plant it directly in the substrate.
- Non-toxic to animals — safe for cats and dogs.
- Can produce small white or pink flowers under optimal conditions.
- The stems can reach over one meter in length — spectacular when hanging.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Lepismium bolivianum
- Common name: Lepismium Bolivianum, Coral cactus, Epiphytic cactus
- Family: Cactaceae
- Origin: humid tropical forests of Bolivia and South America
- Dimensions at delivery: Ø17 × H55 cm
- Adult size: trailing stems up to 100–150 cm long
- Exposure: Partial shade, bright indirect light
- Watering: moderate, allow surface to dry between waterings
- Care: easy (perfect for beginners)
- Toxicity for animals: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Tropical / Bohemian / Urban jungle
- Particularity: tender green trailing stems, spectacular cascading habit, fast growth, non-toxic, very easy to care for
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The length of the stems and the density of the foliage naturally vary depending on growing conditions and the season.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.