The Agave is native to the desert areas of the United States and Mexico. The Agave has thick fleshy leaves, in which the plant stores moisture and nutrition to survive in dry periods. Be careful, because the tips of these leaves have sharp spines. In Mexico the plant is used for the production of Tequila and agave syrup. Pay close attention to the tips of the leaves, they are sharp and contain a spine. Because the Agave originates from dry areas, it has the ability to store water in its leaves, which means that this succulent can go without water for a long time. Let the soil of the plant dry completely and then water 1 to 2 weeks later. The soil should absolutely not be too wet or remain moist for a longer period of time. In the winter period, the Agave can do without water for a long time without any problems. The farther the succulent is from the window, the less water the plant will need.

The Rhipsalis is a unique succulent plant native to South America, Africa and a few islands in the Indian Ocean. The plant grows here, instead of in the desert, especially in the tropics. This makes the care slightly different from that of the normal cactus. Many varieties are known, all of which have one thing in common; they have long, tangled tendrils that hang down. As a result, the Rhipsalis is often sold as a hanging plant. The Rhipsalis is also called Coral Cactus or Mistletoe Cactus. Like all other succulents, the Rhipsalis does not consume much water. Due to its tropical origins, the plant does need a little more water than other species. Let the soil dry before you water the plant again and water small amounts per watering. If the Rhipsalis is too wet, it will drop its stems. When the plant gets too little water, the leaves will wrinkle.