{"product_id":"ceraria-namaquensis","title":"Ceraria namaquensis","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"274\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"23\"\u003eCeraria namaquensis\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare and very decorative caudiciform indoor plant, appreciated for its thick trunk and small fleshy leaves. Its sculptural appearance, reminiscent of a mini desert tree, makes it a fascinating and highly sought-after collector's plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"426\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"289\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e A species native to Namibia and South Africa, where it grows in extremely arid and rocky desert environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"679\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"444\"\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow growing. It develops a thick, branched trunk, often grayish and textured, bearing small round to oval, soft green leaves. Indoors, it maintains a compact habit and can be grown as a bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"806\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"693\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare flowering indoors. It can produce small, discreet but delicate pink to purple flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"821\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires very bright light to direct sun. Excellent light is essential to maintain compact growth and a well-developed trunk. An effective grow light is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water moderately, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings. It tolerates drought very well and is very sensitive to overwatering. Space out waterings more when growth slows down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a very well-draining succulent potting mix, ensuring excellent root aeration and avoiding any stagnant moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1490\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to humans and animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1490\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/serreslavoie.com\/collections\/terreau-maison\/products\/terreau-a-succulentes\"\u003eOur homemade succulent soil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Serres Lavoie","offers":[{"title":"Not rooted","offer_id":43122197397565,"sku":"prod","price":34.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9223\/5821\/files\/DSC_3187.jpg?v=1776888007","url":"https:\/\/serreslavoie.com\/en\/products\/ceraria-namaquensis","provider":"Serres Lavoie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}