{"product_id":"solcorebutia-heliosoides","title":"Solcorebutia Heliosoides","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eSulcorebutia (Sulcorebutia heliosoides \/ Rebutia heliosoides)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThis extremely rare, miniature, and visually flawless cactus \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003eSulcorebutia\u003c\/b\u003e (also called Rebutia) is a real treat for sophisticated cactus and succulent collectors! Its name (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"194\"\u003eheliosoides\u003c\/i\u003e) is related to the sun, and rightly so – its small, spherical stem is densely covered with fine, light, comb-like spines, giving it a neat, almost velvety, and geometrically perfect texture. Properly cared for and correctly overwintered, this inhabitant of the Bolivian mountains will reward you in spring or early summer with stunning, bright (usually yellow or orange) flowers, often nearly the size of the cactus itself! It is slow-growing, space-saving, and extremely hardy \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"711\"\u003ehouseplant\u003c\/b\u003e that will add a desert, sculptural, and botanically valuable natural accent to any \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"734\"\u003einterior\u003c\/b\u003e. It is an ideal and joy-inducing \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"859\"\u003egift\u003c\/b\u003e for anyone who appreciates nature’s perfection and tends to forget to water their plants!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCARE INSTRUCTIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e☀️ \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e Maximum bright light and DIRECT sunlight! \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"59\"\u003eThis is the main secret to this cactus’s survival and flowering:\u003c\/b\u003e it vitally needs a large amount of sun. A south or southeast-facing windowsill is absolutely the only right choice. In too dark a place, it will lose its perfect spherical shape, become unsightly and stretched out (thin as a cucumber), and never bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e💧 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e Rare but abundant during the active growing season (spring and summer). \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"81\"\u003eAllow the soil to dry out completely and thoroughly between waterings!\u003c\/b\u003e Since this cactus tends to develop a thick, tuberous root, it \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"220\"\u003eabsolutely cannot tolerate root rot from standing water\u003c\/b\u003e, which will literally turn the plant into a soft, rotten mass within a few days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eTemperature\/Overwintering:\u003c\/b\u003e In summer, it literally loves heat and very dry, fresh air (it can be kept outdoors on a sunny balcony). However, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"142\"\u003ethe biggest quirk of this plant is overwintering:\u003c\/b\u003e to form flower buds the next year, it must have a complete rest period in winter! From November to March, it is best placed in a cool, bright room (ideally around 5–10°C) and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"364\"\u003ewatering should be completely stopped\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e🐾 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003ePets:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eFriendly.\u003c\/b\u003e The plant is not toxic, but keep in mind it is still a cactus with dense spines that can cause mechanical injuries to curious cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e🏠 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eMOST SUITABLE LOCATION:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe sunniest and warmest windowsill (south-facing window)\u003c\/b\u003e – this is an absolute prerequisite for the plant to maintain its spherical shape and delight with flowers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 10-15 cm (including the pot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 8 cm (miniature size)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Cacti are living organisms, so each specimen, its spine density, and flower color may vary slightly. It is important to know nature’s secrets: if you notice that during the winter months (when you do not water the cactus) it slightly \"shrinks\" or becomes a bit softer – don’t be alarmed and don’t start watering it desperately! This is a completely normal rest period process, and in spring, when watering resumes, it will swell again and become firm. When repotting \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"433\"\u003eSulcorebutia\u003c\/i\u003e (you might have searched for it as \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"478\"\u003eSolcorebutia\u003c\/i\u003e), it is strictly forbidden to use standard houseplant soil! You MUST use an extremely lean, mineral, and sandy cactus substrate, with at least 50–70% made up of fine gravel, pumice, perlite, and sand, ensuring perfect water drainage and a deep pot for its thick root.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Augi-Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54500930617673,"sku":null,"price":11.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/0252\/1918\/files\/FullSizeRender_17c391f6-5612-46bd-a02f-3bcd3b3310e7.heic?v=1780051358","url":"https:\/\/www.augi-plants.fi\/en\/products\/solcorebutia-heliosoides","provider":"www.augi-plants.lv","version":"1.0","type":"link"}