{"product_id":"9417-opuntia-subulata-austrocylindropuntia-subulata","title":"Opuntia subulata – Peruvian cactus with sculptural branches","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustrocylindropuntia subulata,\u003c\/strong\u003e also known as Opuntia subulata, is a cactus native to the Peruvian Andes, renowned for its green, vigorous, and branched stems covered with small conical leaves and short spines. With its unmistakable appearance, it adds an exotic and structural touch to any collection of fleshy plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌿 Botanical characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamily: Cactaceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Peru, Ecuador\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeaves: small, elongated (awl-shaped), persistent on young plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStems: green, upright, column-like with dense branching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth: fast under good light conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e☀️ Growing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight: requires plenty of light, even direct sun for a few hours a day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering: moderate – only when the soil is completely dry; water rarely in winter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 15–30°C; protect the plant from cold and chilly drafts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: very well drained, with high mineral content\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Secret Garden recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👉 For strong roots and healthy growth, use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/products\/substrat-cactusi-suculente\"\u003eSecret Garden professional soil for Cacti, Succulents and Caudiciform Plants\u003c\/a\u003e — an airy mineral mix with excellent drainage and low organic content, perfect for plants adapted to dry areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💚 Benefits and uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecorative plant with architectural appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtremely resistant to drought and heat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for cactus collections, sunny terraces, or bright windows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚠️ Note: Leaves and spines may be fragile during transport; any imperfections do not affect the plant’s viability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeight including pot: 10-15 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ceramic pot is not included in the price. Sold without flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"5 cm pot","offer_id":41090536702150,"sku":null,"price":1.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/products\/30503.jpg?v=1634484251","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-nl\/products\/9417-opuntia-subulata-austrocylindropuntia-subulata","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}