{"product_id":"thelocactus-flavus","title":"Thelocactus flavus – Mexican cactus with golden spines and yellow flowers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThelocactus flavus\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare cactus native to northeastern Mexico, appreciated for its well-proportioned, globular body and robust, golden-yellow spines, which also inspired the species name (\u003cem\u003eflavus\u003c\/em\u003e = yellow). Its geometric appearance and spectacular flowering make it a highly sought-after species among cactus collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt maturity, it produces large, yellow, satin-like flowers that appear at the top of the plant during the warm season. Growth is slow, and mature specimens retain their compact shape for many years, making them ideal for pots and xerophytic plant collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eThelocactus flavus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cactaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant type: perennial succulent cactus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlobular body with well-defined ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust, golden-yellow spines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, yellow flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow growth\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌞 \u003cstrong\u003eGrowing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers a very bright position with direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e very well-drained, intended for cacti and succulents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e limited; water only after the substrate has dried out completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e optimal growth range: \u003cstrong\u003e18-35°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Protect the plant from temperatures below \u003cstrong\u003e0°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e occasionally in spring and summer, using a cactus fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eSecret Garden recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 For healthy growth and excellent drainage, we recommend \u003cstrong\u003eSecret Garden Professional Substrate for Cacti, Succulents and Adenium – SG MIX\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ View the product: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/products\/substrat-cactusi-suculente-adenium\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehttps:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/products\/substrat-cactusi-suculente-adenium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it special:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehighly decorative golden spines;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espectacular flowering, with large yellow flowers;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecompact and symmetrical shape;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eslow growth, ideal for collections;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erare species, appreciated by cactus enthusiasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📌 \u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Following handling, transport or adaptation to new environmental conditions, the cactus may show minor aesthetic imperfections or broken spines, without affecting the plant’s health, viability or development.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight including pot: approx. 10 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant is sold without flowers. The decorative pot is not included in the price.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Floraria Secret Garden (SG)","offers":[{"title":"5 cm pot","offer_id":57087768133958,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/thelocactusflavus.png?v=1786094860","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-ee\/products\/thelocactus-flavus","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}