{"product_id":"rare-balloon-seed-tree-erythrophysa-aesculina-6-pot","title":"Erythrophysa aesculina 'Karoo Balloon Tree'","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn unusual and highly collectible caudiciform shrub native to southern Africa, admired for its swollen trunk, sculptural branching, and inflated papery seed pods. This drought adapted species develops a striking bottle shaped base over time, making it especially desirable among caudex collectors and bonsai enthusiasts. Its unique architectural form, resilience, and rarity create a living botanical centerpiece that becomes more impressive with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🌞 Light\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrives in bright light to full sun. Strong sunlight promotes healthy structure and compact growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater moderately during active growth, allowing soil to dry thoroughly between waterings. Greatly reduce watering during dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🕳️ Soil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRequires a sharply draining cactus or caudiciform soil mix with excellent aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🧪 Fertilizing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeed lightly during the growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer once monthly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🪴 Repotting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRepot infrequently, as the plant prefers stability. Use containers with excellent drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"6 inch","offer_id":45984099172525,"sku":"26199892434_4F7A","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0060\/3565\/files\/il_fullxfull.7074858923_fnaf.jpg?v=1777951969","url":"https:\/\/sarahcottaplants.com\/products\/rare-balloon-seed-tree-erythrophysa-aesculina-6-pot","provider":"SarahCotta Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}