Mistletoe cacti
Botanical name: Rhipsalis
Mistletoe cacti
Botanical name: Rhipsalis
Description
Mistletoe cacti are flowering cacti found around the world. They are the only true cactus group that have a natural distribution in the Old World. The genus name Rhipsalis comes from the Greek term for wickerwork, which refers to the plants' looks. Several species of mistletoe cacti are regularly cultivated as houseplants, while some are listed as endangered. 
Species of Mistletoe cacti
Mistletoe cactus
Mistletoe cactus (Rhipsalis baccifera) is a species found in Central America, South America, the Caribbean, and Florida. Mistletoe cactus is the only cactus species that occurs naturally outside the New World. It is hypothesized that it was seeded in Africa by migratory birds traveling across the Atlantic Ocean. This species is considered easy to maintain as a houseplant and is often grown as a houseplant in hanging planters.
Sausage-chain cactus
Sausage-chain cactus (Rhipsalis clavata) is trailing cactus species often grown in cultivation. Unlike many other species, sausage-chain cactus doesn't grow well in direct sunlight and is not drought-tolerant. This species requires regular watering in full to partial shade.
Coral cactus
Coral cactus (Rhipsalis cereuscula) is a shrubby, trailing cactus that grows on the surface of other plants in the wild. Coral cactus originates in Uruguay and Brazil. This species is often cultivated for ornamental purposes. In cultivation, the coral cactus should not be left to dry out or exposed to bright sunlight.
Mouse tail cactus
Mouse tail cactus grows in clusters with light green stems and red-brown spines. This plant produces small white elegant flowers that add to its overall appeal. In order to maintain the beauty of this extraordinary cactus, the right amount of water is needed.
Hairy-fruited wickerware cactus
Hairy-fruited wickerware cactus (Rhipsalis pilocarpa) is a Brazilian cactus that grows on the surface of other plants in the wild and is valued as an ornamental plant. Hairy-fruited wickerware cactus is often grown in hanging baskets in cultivation and grows best in acidic soil.
Care Guide for Mistletoe cacti
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Dicotyledons Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies Family
Cactuses Genus
Mistletoe cacti 
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