{"product_id":"trichocereus-spacchianus-monstruose","title":"Trichocereus spachianus monstruose","description":"\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"91532ccd-db57-4d40-bf1e-29d6c55e4fcf\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-431\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"user\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-688a5245-9f88-8327-b99f-0aa67636faa5-3\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-432\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"6c75bce0-048f-48c4-b663-17bd63bd293c\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"323\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"39\"\u003eTrichocereus spachianus monstruosus\u003c\/strong\u003e is a spectacular and unusual indoor cactus, appreciated for its irregular and deformed shapes that give it a unique sculptural appearance. Its unpredictable habit and original silhouettes make it a fascinating collector's plant for rare cactus enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"569\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"338\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horticultural form of \u003cem data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"383\"\u003eTrichocereus spachianus\u003c\/em\u003e (also often classified in the genus \u003cem data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"432\"\u003eEchinopsis\u003c\/em\u003e), a species native to Argentina. The monstruosa form is a growth mutation producing stems with unusual shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to moderate growth. Unlike the classic columnar form, it develops thick, irregular stems, sometimes bumpy or twisted. The surface is green to grayish-green, marked by deformed ribs and areoles bearing small spines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowering is rare indoors. On more regular parts or on mature specimens, it can produce large white nocturnal flowers, typical of the genus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires very bright light to direct sun. Excellent light is essential to maintain compact growth and prevent etiolation. An effective grow light is recommended indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water only when the substrate is completely dry. Like all cacti, it tolerates drought very well and strongly fears excess water. Space out waterings more when growth slows down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a very well-draining cactus potting mix, ensuring excellent root aeration and avoiding any stagnant moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1714\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to humans and animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1714\" 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\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Serres Lavoie","offers":[{"title":"Not rooted","offer_id":43122128355389,"sku":"prod","price":64.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9223\/5821\/files\/DSC_3353.jpg?v=1776882167","url":"https:\/\/serreslavoie.com\/en\/products\/trichocereus-spacchianus-monstruose","provider":"Serres Lavoie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}