{"product_id":"dancing-bones-cactus-rhipsalis-salicornioides-rare-epiphytic-jungle-cactus","title":"Hatiora salicornioides 'Dancing Bones Cactus'","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCommonly sold as \"Rhipsalis salicornioides\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNative to Brazil, Dancing Bones Cactus is a quirky epiphytic cactus loved for its branching, bottle shaped segments that give it a sculptural look unlike desert cacti. It belongs to a group of tropical forest cacti that naturally grow with more shade and humidity than most people expect from a cactus. When happy, it can reward you with small yellow to orange flowers, adding even more charm to its playful silhouette.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🌞 Light\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBright indirect light is ideal. It can handle a little gentle morning sun, but harsh afternoon sun can scorch the stems. This is a jungle cactus, so think filtered light rather than full blazing desert exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWater when the top portion of the mix has dried out. Do not keep it bone dry for long stretches like a desert cactus. It appreciates a bit more regular moisture, especially during active growth, but soggy soil can quickly lead to trouble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🕳️ Soil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUse a very airy, fast draining mix. A chunky cactus blend improved with orchid bark, perlite, or pumice works very well. Good drainage is essential, but the mix should still hold a little moisture between waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🧪 Fertilizing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFeed lightly during spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength. Monthly feeding during the growing season is usually plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🪴 Repotting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRepot when the plant becomes rootbound or the soil has broken down, usually every 2 to 3 years. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one, since too much extra soil can stay wet too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🐾 Toxicity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNon toxic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SarahCotta Plants","offers":[{"title":"4 inch","offer_id":45847481155757,"sku":"27349642369_8B9D","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0060\/3565\/files\/il_fullxfull.7291009346_d4u6.jpg?v=1774457813","url":"https:\/\/sarahcottaplants.com\/products\/dancing-bones-cactus-rhipsalis-salicornioides-rare-epiphytic-jungle-cactus","provider":"SarahCotta Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}