{"title":"Cactus Cereus","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"172\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"172\"\u003eGenus: Cereus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"330\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"185\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cactaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"198\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"214\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cereus, Night-Blooming Cactus (common to some species)\u003cbr data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"272\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"289\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central and South America, the Caribbean\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"870\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"348\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"351\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"361\"\u003eCereus\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genus of columnar cacti known for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"432\"\u003etall, statuesque form\u003c\/strong\u003e and spectacular, \u003cstrong data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"485\"\u003efragrant night-blooming flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e. The name \u003cem data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"504\"\u003eCereus\u003c\/em\u003e comes from Latin, meaning “wax” or “torch,” referencing the upright, candle-like appearance of many species. These cacti can grow tall and imposing in their native habitats, often forming tree-like structures with ribbed, spiny stems. In cultivation, smaller species and juvenile plants are commonly grown in containers as houseplants or part of succulent displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eOne of the most beloved features of Cereus is its \u003cstrong data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"969\"\u003elarge, white to pink, night-opening flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are often pollinated by moths or bats. Flowers tend to bloom for just a single night — a rare and magical event for lucky observers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003eCereus cacti prefer \u003cstrong data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003efull sun to bright, direct indoor light\u003c\/strong\u003e and thrive in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003every well-draining soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. Water thoroughly but infrequently — allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. They’re quite drought-tolerant and dislike excess moisture, especially in cooler weather. During the winter rest period, reduce watering significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003eOutdoors in summer, they enjoy warm temperatures and can benefit from fresh air and light exposure. Indoors, place near a south-facing window for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003eSpecies like \u003cem data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eCereus peruvianus\u003c\/em\u003e (also called \u003cem data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003eCereus repandus\u003c\/em\u003e) are often grown as ornamental houseplants and can live for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003eSome Cereus species produce edible fruits called \u003cstrong data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003epitaya\u003c\/strong\u003e or “Peruvian apple cactus,” which are mildly sweet and nutritious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003eThese cacti can reach \u003cstrong data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eheights of over 10 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e in their native range but stay manageable in pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fairy-castle-cactus-2-5-pot","title":"Fairy Castle Cactus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAptly named the \"Fairy Castle Cactus,\" this whimsical succulent is a living masterpiece of architectural wonder. 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