{"product_id":"lobivia-densispina-cristata-5-5cm-h15cm-nsf0000798","title":"Lobivia Densispina Cristata 5.5cm H15cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet 'Cristata'—the \"brainy\" wonder of the high Andes. With her uniquely mutated, fan-like growth and dense golden spines, she looks like a piece of living coral or a golden brain sculpture. She’s a rare, geometric beauty that brings a fascinating, prehistoric \"pop\" to any sun-drenched shelf!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Formal Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lobivia (Echinopsis) densispina f. cristata\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Nickname:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crested Cob Cactus or Golden Brain Cactus\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoots:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rare crested mutation of the species native to the high-altitude mountains of Argentina and Bolivia.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Vibe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clinging to rocky, sun-blasted slopes in the thin mountain air.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003c!--split--\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e She loves bright, direct sun! Give her the sunniest spot in the house to maintain her tight, crested shape.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Room:\u003c\/strong\u003e A south-facing windowsill or a bright sunroom.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnacks:\u003c\/strong\u003e A weak cactus fertiliser just once in the spring.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTropical Feels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hates humidity! She needs dry air and excellent ventilation to stay healthy.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosy Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Happy between 10–27°C. She can handle cool nights but keep her bone-dry in winter!\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThirst:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very low. Let the soil dry out 100% before watering. In winter, stop watering almost entirely.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eNon-toxic\u003c\/em\u003e – chemically safe, but her dense spines are very sharp; keep away from pets and children.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bedding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Needs a very mineral-rich, gritty soil—think 60% pumice or gravel.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily Tree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Propagated primarily by taking cuttings from the crest and grafting or rooting them separately.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stays relatively small and slow-growing, reaching 10–15 cm in height.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very slow. She values her unique, twisted structure over rapid growth.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUninvited Guests:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch for mealybugs hiding in the deep folds of her crest.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoving Day:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rarely needs repotting; she thrives in small, shallow containers.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHaircut:\u003c\/strong\u003e No pruning needed! Her \"monstrous\" growth is what makes her special.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Air:\u003c\/strong\u003e A hardy, sculptural air purifier for bright, minimalist spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Lore:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Cristata\" refers to the mutation where the growing point becomes a line rather than a single point, creating the wavy \"brain\" look!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Emm's Plant House","offers":[{"title":"5.5cm H15cm","offer_id":55776231031048,"sku":"NSF0000798","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/1339\/9560\/files\/IMG_1099.jpg?v=1775303407","url":"https:\/\/www.emmsplanthouse.co.uk\/products\/lobivia-densispina-cristata-5-5cm-h15cm-nsf0000798","provider":"Emm's Plant House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}