{"product_id":"gymnocalycium-spegazzinii-v-unguispinum-old-seed-grown-1","title":"Gymnocalycium spegazzinii v. unguispinum – Old - Seed grown","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGymnocalycium spegazzinii v. unguispinum – seed grown\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYou will receive this exact, old specimen.\u003cbr\u003eMeasures 4.75\" wide x 4.75” tall.\u003cbr\u003eRoots as shown.\u003cbr\u003eShowcased here in one-of-a-kind handmade pottery (sold separately).\u003cbr\u003eWill be shipped bare root. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGymnocalycium spegazzinii var. unguispinum is a sought-after variety of cactus, particularly prized by collectors for its unique, claw-like spines. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis variety has a depressed globular stem, about 6 cm high and 14 cm in diameter, and is grayish-green with 13 broad, low ribs. Its elliptic areoles feature the most distinctive characteristic: typically 5 short, stout, claw-shaped spines less than 1 cm long that curve outward and downward. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGrowth and care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGrowth Rate: This is a slow-growing cactus, sometimes grafted onto a more robust species to encourage faster growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLight: Prefers filtered light or afternoon shade, tolerating some direct sun indoors but avoiding strong, direct sun in hot periods to prevent damage or stunted growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSoil: Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus mix, and should not contain limestone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWatering: Water frequently during the growing season, letting the soil dry between waterings, and reduce watering in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTemperature: While it tolerates high temperatures, it is not cold-hardy and needs protection from freezing. It is suitable for USDA Zones 9b to 11b.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRepotting: Repot every two years or when the plant outgrows its container, ideally in late winter or early spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePropagation: Primarily propagated by seed due to rare offset production. Seeds are best sown in late spring to early summer at 21-27°C. Cuttings can also be rooted. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOrigin and habitat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGymnocalycium spegazzinii var. unguispinum\u003c\/i\u003e originates from northwestern Argentina, found at altitudes around 3000 meters above sea level. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTaxonomy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBotanists often consider \u003ci\u003eunguispinum\u003c\/i\u003e a synonym or cultivar of \u003ci\u003eGymnocalycium spegazzinii\u003c\/i\u003e. The name \"unguispinum\" means \"with claw-like spines,\" referring to its characteristic feature. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shangri-Ha Cactus Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48276543701231,"sku":"CAC444B","price":251.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/5014\/5519\/files\/Gymnocalyciumspegazziniiv.unguispinum_Old-Seedgrown-RareCactus0406261f.jpg?v=1775509585","url":"https:\/\/shangrihacactusranch.com\/products\/gymnocalycium-spegazzinii-v-unguispinum-old-seed-grown-1","provider":"Shangri-Ha Cactus Ranch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}