{"product_id":"cereus-peruvianus-florida-peruvian-apple-cactus","title":"Cereus peruvianus Florida, Peruvian Apple Cactus","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring bold architectural structure into your home with \u003ci\u003eCereus peruvianus\u003c\/i\u003e 'Florida', commonly known as the Peruvian Apple Cactus. Renowned for its distinctive, glaucous blue-green stems and ribbed columnar growth, this striking desert botanical makes a commanding focal point in any modern indoor jungle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to South America, the 'Florida' strain is prized for its tidy, upright habit and ease of care. Under optimal conditions and bright sunlight, mature specimens can produce large, nocturnal white blossoms that open for just one night, followed by vibrant, edible fruits known as Peruvian apples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether positioned on a sunny windowsill, a bright patio during summer, or integrated into a curated cacti collection, this resilient plant delivers maximum visual impact with minimal routine effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNursery pot 8cm | Decorative pot not included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eCereus peruvianus\u003c\/i\u003e 'Florida' (syn. \u003ci\u003eCereus repandus\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Peruvian Apple Cactus, Florida Cactus, Night-Blooming Cereus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives in full sun to bright, direct light. Position near a south- or west-facing window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e Allow the growing medium to dry out completely between waterings. Water sparingly during spring and summer, and reduce drastically throughout winter dormancy to prevent root issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/b\u003e Requires a gritty, well-draining cactus or succulent potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/b\u003e Non-toxic to humans and pets, though caution should be exercised around its sharp spines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rebel Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58248918401407,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0433\/9249\/9880\/files\/26_83891d0e-61cc-4069-9fcc-4bc93116b217.png?v=1787391957","url":"https:\/\/rebelplants.co.uk\/products\/cereus-peruvianus-florida-peruvian-apple-cactus","provider":"Rebel Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}