{"product_id":"cleistocactus-strausii-wooly-torch-cactus","title":"Cleistocactus strausii (Wooly torch Cactus)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eMeet the Cleistocactus strausii (Wooly torch Cactus)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCleistocactus strausii, commonly known as the Silver Torch Cactus, is native to the high-altitude regions of north-western Argentina and southern Bolivia. It grows naturally on rocky mountain slopes and arid valleys in the Andes, where conditions are harsh—intense sun, cool nights, and very little rainfall. To cope with this environment, the plant developed its dense covering of silvery-white spines, which help protect it from strong sunlight and sudden temperature drops. First described in the late 19th century, Cleistocactus strausii has since become a popular ornamental cactus worldwide, valued for its striking upright form and dramatic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright warm spot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetting the compost dry out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeft to grow, expect a spread of Up to 20cm wide and a height of Up to 1-2m tall with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Few Things to Watch For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverwatering or sitting in soggy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark spots will cause legginess\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Between Two Thorns","offers":[{"title":"5.5cm","offer_id":56199546634625,"sku":"SQ0280155","price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"8.5cm","offer_id":56199546667393,"sku":"SQ0280156","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12cm","offer_id":56199546700161,"sku":"SQ0280157","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/3916\/5755\/files\/IMG_2861.jpg?v=1788176495","url":"https:\/\/smallindoorplants.co.uk\/products\/cleistocactus-strausii-wooly-torch-cactus","provider":"Small Indoor Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}