{"product_id":"neoalsomitra-sarcophylla-rare-caudex-vine-javan-cucumber-unique-collector-plant","title":"Neoalsomitra sarcophylla","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn extraordinary caudiciform vine native to Southeast Asia, prized for its swollen water storing caudex, climbing growth habit, and highly unusual ornamental character. This rare species belongs to the cucumber family and produces elegant vining stems from a dramatic sculptural base, making it especially desirable among caudex collectors. Over time, its unique form develops into a living botanical centerpiece that combines tropical intrigue with drought tolerant resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🌞 Light\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrives in bright, indirect light to partial sun. Strong filtered light promotes healthy caudex growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater during active growth when soil dries out, then reduce significantly during dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🕳️ Soil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRequires sharply draining caudiciform or succulent soil with excellent aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🧪 Fertilizing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeed lightly during active growth with diluted balanced fertilizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🪴 Repotting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRepot carefully only when necessary, preferably during active growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"4 inch seedling","offer_id":45975057760429,"sku":"31797519686_4inchseedling_7677D","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 inch caudex","offer_id":45975057793197,"sku":"31797519686_4inchw\/caudex_9F07D","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0060\/3565\/files\/il_fullxfull.7985892733_48i2.jpg?v=1777950969","url":"https:\/\/sarahcottaplants.com\/products\/neoalsomitra-sarcophylla-rare-caudex-vine-javan-cucumber-unique-collector-plant","provider":"SarahCotta Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}