{"product_id":"cacti-pincushion-cactus-microhelia-103","title":"Cacti - Pincushion Cactus Microhelia #103","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePincushion cacti, a delightful group of small cacti belonging to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMammillaria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e genus, are beloved for their compact size and charming appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e Here's an intriguing detail about them:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey're covered in tubercles, not ribs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many cacti that have prominent vertical ribs along their stems, pincushion cacti are covered in small, rounded projections called tubercles.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThese tubercles are arranged in a spiral pattern, giving the cactus its distinctive pincushion-like appearance.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eHere's why the tubercles are noteworthy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnique look:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe arrangement of tubercles creates a fascinating texture and visual appeal, setting pincushion cacti apart from other cacti.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptive function:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tubercles help to increase the surface area of the cactus, allowing it to absorb more sunlight and water. They also provide some shade and protection from intense sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpines and flowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The tubercles are where the spines and flowers emerge, adding to the plant's ornamental value.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTubercle variations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThe shape, size, and arrangement of tubercles can vary among different species of pincushion cacti, contributing to their diversity and unique characteristics. Some species have prominent, elongated tubercles, while others have smaller, more rounded ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppreciating the details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eTake a closer look at your pincushion cactus and observe the intricate arrangement of its tubercles. Notice how the spines and flowers emerge from these tiny projections, adding to the plant's beauty and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(13, 13, 13);\"\u003eThe succulent plant housed in the black pot comes in a 100 mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive,\u003c\/span\u003e but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(13, 13, 13);\"\u003e Plants will be shipped as bare root.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(31, 33, 36);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations.                    \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.succulentsonline.com.au\/shipping-returns\"\u003eView Shipping options\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44665791578156,"sku":null,"price":32.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1238\/6092\/files\/IMG-20250807-WA0020.jpg?v=1755149013","url":"https:\/\/www.succulentsonline.com.au\/products\/cacti-pincushion-cactus-microhelia-103","provider":"Succulents Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}