{"product_id":"marginatocereus-marginatus-f-cristata","title":"Marginatocereus marginatus f. cristata","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarginatocereus marginatus f. cristata\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a mutant form of the species \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMarginatocereus marginatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a decorative succulent plant, appreciated by cactus collectors for its unique and sculptural shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare for Marginatocereus marginatus f. cristata\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt prefers bright but indirect light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can tolerate direct sunlight in the morning or evening, but prolonged exposure to intense sunlight can cause sunburn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt needs a well-draining substrate suitable for cacti and succulents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA universal potting mix with coarse sand or perlite is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater the plant only when the soil is completely dry, approximately once every 2–3 weeks during the warm season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn winter, watering should be reduced significantly, almost stopped, to prevent rotting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt grows best at temperatures between 20°C and 30°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt does not tolerate frost; ensure a minimum temperature of 10°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt prefers a dry environment adapted to arid conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid high humidity, which can encourage the development of fungi or mold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilize the plant once a month during the growing season (spring and summer) using a weak fertilizer for cacti and succulents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not fertilize during the cold season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepot every 2–3 years or when the plant outgrows its pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a pot with good drainage and replace the depleted substrate with fresh substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePropagation is difficult and is usually done by grafting onto a healthy rootstock. This method ensures the proper development of the crested form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos are for informational purposes only; each specimen is different and includes 1 plant\/pot\u003cbr\u003eHeight including the pot: approx. 15 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"12 cm pot","offer_id":49219010298182,"sku":"","price":18.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"pot 12 cm - specimens with scars","offer_id":53713726112070,"sku":null,"price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/Marginatocereus_marginatus_Cristata.png?v=1708856963","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-mt\/products\/marginatocereus-marginatus-f-cristata","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}