{"product_id":"astrophytum-asterias-cv-turtle","title":"Astrophytum asterias cv. Turtle","description":"\u003cp\u003eAstrophytum asterias Turtle is a small, spineless cactus famous for its flattened body, unique turtle-shell-like bumps, and symmetrical shape. This mutation gives the plant an ornamental and sculptural appearance highly prized by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem: Flat to slightly domed, up to 6–8 cm in diameter.\u003cbr\u003eColor varies from green to gray-green, covered with small white dots (trichomes) forming elegant patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRibs: 8 distinct ribs with raised polygonal or horned tubercles resembling turtle shell segments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpines: Completely spineless — smooth and safe to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers: Large, silky yellow with an orange or red center, appearing from the crown in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruits: Small, greenish-pink and woolly, containing shiny black seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare and Cultivation:\u003cbr\u003e Light:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeeds bright filtered sunlight or partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid direct intense midday sun, especially in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndoors, use LED grow lights for compact growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal range: 20–35°C (68–95°F).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever expose below 10°C (50°F) — it’s a warm-loving cactus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn winter, keep dry and protected from cold drafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatering:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater moderately during the growing season (spring to autumn).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow soil to fully dry before watering again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep completely dry in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid watering the body directly to prevent fungal spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse very well-draining soil mix: 50% pumice or perlite, 25% coarse sand, 25% cactus soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid compact or organic-rich mixes — root rot risk is high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow in shallow, wide pots with excellent drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepot every 2–3 years in spring; handle gently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse clay pots for better airflow to roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduces flowers in late spring and summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers last 2–3 days but bloom repeatedly under ideal light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds are the most common method (slow-growing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrafting onto Myrtillocactus geometrizans or Hylocereus rootstock promotes faster growth and helps preserve rare forms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GO GREEN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47715785769218,"sku":null,"price":499.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/2332\/5954\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_6c5e587f-a6fa-4c72-be9e-04acef566ac1.jpg?v=1777791473","url":"https:\/\/gogreenkol.in\/products\/astrophytum-asterias-cv-turtle","provider":"GO GREEN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}