{"product_id":"lophocereus-schottii-var-monstrose-totem-pole-cactus-1","title":"Lophocereus schottii var. monstrose - Totem Pole Cactus - LAST ONE!","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLophocereus schottii var. monstrose - Totem Pole Cactus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexact, large, substantial specimen shown in the FIRST PHOTO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePLEASE NOTE:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e We are adding specimens as quickly as possible during our Fall Collector Sale. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnly the FIRST PHOTO shows the actual specimen for sale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Additional photographs are provided for reference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMeasures 11\" tall.\u003cbr\u003eShowcased here Handmade Pottery - Turquoise Mesh Vessel No. 90 (sold separately). \u003cbr\u003eRoots as shown.\u003cbr\u003eWill be shipped bare root.\u003c!-- [if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"254\" data-start=\"193\"\u003e🌵 \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"518\" data-start=\"256\"\u003eGrowth without a clear pattern is what defines this plant. Rather than following the vertical ribs typical of columnar cacti, \u003cem data-end=\"418\" data-start=\"382\"\u003eLophocereus schottii f. monstrosus\u003c\/em\u003e expands in irregular folds—thick, undulating forms that rise upward without symmetry or repetition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"764\" data-start=\"520\"\u003eThe surface is completely smooth, absent of spines, giving the plant a soft, matte presence that contrasts with its otherwise rugged structure. Light moves across it unevenly, catching on bulges and recesses, emphasizing its sculptural quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1043\" data-start=\"766\"\u003eThere is no predictable silhouette. Each column develops independently, sometimes branching, sometimes compressing, creating a form that feels closer to erosion or carving than growth. Over time, it becomes more substantial—less defined by height and more by mass and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1108\" data-start=\"1045\"\u003eThis is not a cactus that reads as botanical. It reads as form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1113\" data-start=\"1110\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1132\" data-start=\"1115\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1132\" data-start=\"1118\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1272\" data-start=\"1134\"\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1146\" data-start=\"1137\"\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1149\" data-start=\"1146\"\u003ePrefers bright light to full sun. Strong light encourages tighter, more compact growth and maintains structural definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1400\" data-start=\"1274\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1286\" data-start=\"1277\"\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1289\" data-start=\"1286\"\u003eWater deeply, then allow soil to dry completely before watering again. Reduce watering significantly in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1556\" data-start=\"1402\"\u003e🪨 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1413\" data-start=\"1405\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1416\" data-start=\"1413\"\u003eRequires a fast-draining cactus mix. Mineral-heavy blends (pumice, lava rock) help support its weight and prevent excess moisture retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1670\" data-start=\"1558\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1577\" data-start=\"1562\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1580\" data-start=\"1577\"\u003ePrefers warm conditions. Protect from frost; prolonged exposure to cold can damage tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1730\" data-start=\"1672\"\u003e🌬️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1688\" data-start=\"1676\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1691\" data-start=\"1688\"\u003ePrefers low humidity with good airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1903\" data-start=\"1732\"\u003e📈 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1751\" data-start=\"1735\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1754\" data-start=\"1751\"\u003eSlow-growing, forming thick, irregular columns. Growth is unpredictable, with no repeating pattern—each plant develops a unique silhouette over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2106\" data-start=\"1905\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1924\" data-start=\"1908\"\u003eSpecial Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1927\" data-start=\"1924\"\u003eThis is a monstrose form of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLophocereus schottii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Occasional reversion to normal ribbed growth can occur and is typically removed to preserve the sculptural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2111\" data-start=\"2108\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2322\" data-start=\"2113\"\u003e🪴 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2137\" data-start=\"2116\"\u003eWhy It Stands Out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2140\" data-start=\"2137\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2322\" data-start=\"2113\"\u003eCompletely spineless, smooth surface\u003cbr data-end=\"2179\" data-start=\"2176\"\u003eIrregular, sculptural growth with no symmetry\u003cbr data-end=\"2227\" data-start=\"2224\"\u003eEach specimen is entirely unique\u003cbr data-end=\"2262\" data-start=\"2259\"\u003eReads as a natural object rather than a traditional cactus\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shangri-Ha Cactus Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51416756420847,"sku":"CAC425F","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/5014\/5519\/files\/892340968_1601390227834070_8418172770719267142_n.jpg?v=1793899037","url":"https:\/\/shangrihacactusranch.com\/products\/lophocereus-schottii-var-monstrose-totem-pole-cactus-1","provider":"Shangri-Ha Cactus Ranch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}