{"product_id":"mammillaria-microhelia","title":"Mammillaria microhelia","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"281\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"26\"\u003eMammillaria microhelia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact and highly decorative indoor cactus, prized for its small, globular stems covered in fine spines and its elegant crown-like bloom. Its delicate and structured habit makes it an excellent plant for cactus collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"399\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"296\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e A species native to Mexico, where it grows in arid, rocky, well-drained environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"663\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"417\"\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to moderate growth. It forms small, medium-green globular stems, often clumping over time. The areoles bear fine white spines accompanied by darker central spines, creating a subtle contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"846\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"677\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorative bloom. It produces small pink to magenta flowers arranged in a crown around the top of the cactus, often in large numbers on mature plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"861\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires bright light to direct sun. Excellent light promotes compact growth and abundant flowering. An effective grow light can also be used indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water only when the substrate is completely dry. Like all cacti, it tolerates drought very well and is highly susceptible to overwatering. Water less frequently when growth slows down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a very well-draining cactus potting mix, ensuring excellent root aeration and preventing any stagnant moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1513\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to humans and animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1513\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/serreslavoie.com\/collections\/terreau-maison\/products\/terreau-a-cactus\"\u003eOur homemade cactus soil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plantearium","offers":[{"title":"Not rooted","offer_id":43124442562621,"sku":"prod","price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9223\/5821\/files\/DSC_3491.jpg?v=1776957632","url":"https:\/\/serreslavoie.com\/en\/products\/mammillaria-microhelia","provider":"Serres Lavoie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}