{"product_id":"euphorbia-pseudocactus","title":"Euphorbia pseudocactus","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEuphorbia pseudocactus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYou will receive the exact, large specimen shown here.\u003cbr\u003eMeasures 18” tall x 13” wide.\u003cbr\u003eShowcased here in one-of-a-kind handmade pottery (sold separately).\u003cbr\u003eRoots as shown.\u003cbr\u003eWill be shipped bare root.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eEuphorbia pseudocactus\u003c\/i\u003e, commonly known as the Candelabra Spurge or False Cactus, is a striking succulent shrub native to the subtropical coasts and thorn bush-lands of South Africa. Despite its name and appearance, it is not a true cactus but a member of the \u003ci\u003eEuphorbiaceae\u003c\/i\u003e family. It is widely prized by collectors for its architectural, \"zig-zag\" stems and distinctive V-shaped yellow markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAPPEARANCES and CHARACTERISTICS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAppearance\u003c\/b\u003e: A multi-branched shrub that forms large mounded clumps . It can reach heights of \u003cb\u003e2 to 5 feet\u003c\/b\u003e (approx. 0.6–1.5 meters) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStems\u003c\/b\u003e: Upright, 4- to 5-angled stems that are segmented into triangular sections, giving them a \"zig-zag\" look .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMarkings\u003c\/b\u003e: Distinctive horizontal or \u003cb\u003eV-shaped yellow-green markings\u003c\/b\u003e decorate the green stem segments \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFlowers\u003c\/b\u003e: Small, bright yellow blooms (cyathia) appear along the ridges of the stems in late winter to summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSap\u003c\/b\u003e: Like all Euphorbias, it contains a \u003cb\u003etoxic milky white sap\u003c\/b\u003e (latex) that can cause severe skin and eye irritation \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCARE and GROWING CONDITIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLight\u003c\/b\u003e: Requires \u003cb\u003efull sun to bright indirect light\u003c\/b\u003e. Indoors, place it within one foot of a south-facing window to prevent leggy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWatering\u003c\/b\u003e: Extremely \u003cb\u003edrought-tolerant\u003c\/b\u003e. Water thoroughly only when the soil is completely dry. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e: Needs highly \u003cb\u003eporous, well-draining soil\u003c\/b\u003e, such as a specialized cactus or succulent mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e: Not frost-tolerant; it thrives in USDA zones \u003cb\u003e9b–11\u003c\/b\u003e. Keep indoors if temperatures drop below 40°F–50°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e: Easily grown from \u003cb\u003estem cuttings\u003c\/b\u003e taken in spring or summer. Always wear gloves and allow cuttings to callous for several days before planting to prevent rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shangri-Ha Cactus Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49078881321199,"sku":"EU044D","price":123.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/5014\/5519\/files\/Euphorbiapseudocactus-RareSucculent0421261a.jpg?v=1776795403","url":"https:\/\/shangrihacactusranch.com\/products\/euphorbia-pseudocactus","provider":"Shangri-Ha Cactus Ranch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}