{"product_id":"cleistocactus-baumannii","title":"Cleistocactus baumannii","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleistocactus baumannii\u003c\/strong\u003e is a columnar cactus native to the dry regions of South America, especially Argentina. This plant is valued for its tall, slender shape and its cylindrical, tubular flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleistocactus baumannii grows in the form of straight or slightly branched columns, which can reach a height of 1-2 meters under optimal conditions. The stems are covered with fine, pale yellowish-white spines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpines:\u003c\/strong\u003e The spines are numerous but thin and delicate, densely covering the stem. They help protect the plant and give it a pearly appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e The flowers are tubular, red or orange in color, about 5-6 cm long. They appear in summer or autumn and are quite hardy. The flowers do not open fully but remain half-closed, characteristic of the species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleistocactus baumannii prefers direct sunlight or partial shade, being a plant that loves strong light. Indoors, it is ideal to place it in a sunny spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e It requires well-drained soil, specific for cacti, with added sand or gravel to ensure efficient drainage and to prevent water accumulation at the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watering should be moderate, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings. During winter, when the plant rests, watering should be greatly reduced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plant is resistant to high temperatures but must be protected from frost. It tolerates heat well, but temperatures below 5°C can be dangerous for this species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is recommended to use a fertilizer specific for cacti during the growing period (spring and summer), applied monthly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight with pot included approx. 15 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant is sold without flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"pot 6.5 cm","offer_id":50427589460294,"sku":null,"price":7.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/cleistocactus-baumannii-1-1.webp?v=1726141381","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-bg\/products\/cleistocactus-baumannii","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}