{"product_id":"dancing-bones-hatiora-salicornioides","title":"Dancing Bones Hatiora Salicornioides Cactus","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003eDancing Bones Hatiora Salicornioides Cactus Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\"\u003eFAQ\/Common Issues\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Cactus_26a62e4c-2f57-4ecf-97de-fc345c4a381c_480x480.png?v=1600401339\" class=\"lazyload\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Hatiora Salicornioides, also called Dancing Bones, is an epiphytic forest cactus native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil, where it grows perched on trees and rocky outcrops in humid, filtered light. Unlike typical desert cacti, this cactus belongs to the family Cactaceae and grows well in conditions quite different from what most cacti prefer.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Flower_a2da558c-5726-458a-a06c-1a5f7fedc366_480x480.png?v=1600397290\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Its jointed, bottle-shaped stem segments stack and branch in every direction, creating a wild, upright then trailing growth habit that spills over pot edges. The stems are bright green and smooth, clustering densely as they grow and developing a distinctly quirky silhouette. It branches freely and develops a full, cascading form ideal for hanging baskets and shelves.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Growing_2961efa3-9828-496c-8a2c-fa57f0dd8914_480x480.png?v=1600399365\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Small yellow to orange blooms appear at the stem tips, typically in late winter to spring, triggered by exposure to cooler nighttime temperatures in autumn and winter. No fragrance has been noted, though the warm color against the green foliage provides a seasonal display. Blooming occurs when plants experience a natural temperature drop below 60°F during the dormant season.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"lazyloaded\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Lotus_07a2c657-f263-49f7-9bb9-69b9f3b0f4df_480x480.png?v=1600397267\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Lotus_07a2c657-f263-49f7-9bb9-69b9f3b0f4df_480x480.png?v=1600397267\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Rotate it every few weeks for even, balanced growth, and keep it away from air conditioning or heating vents that blast dry air directly on the stems. This cactus is non-toxic and safe for cats and dogs. Move it outdoors to a sheltered, shaded spot during summer months. It can be propagated easily by snapping off stem segments of two to three joints, letting them callous for a day or two, then placing them in lightly moist cactus mix, where roots typically develop within a few weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Sun_65296975-26d8-49a3-83b6-b7b0ed15ae73_480x480.png?v=1600397323\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Sun_65296975-26d8-49a3-83b6-b7b0ed15ae73_480x480.png?v=1600397323\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Dancing Bones Hatiora Salicornioides Cactus grows well in bright indirect light or partial sun, away from harsh direct rays that can scorch its tender stems.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Water_d9b740b9-bfce-41c4-ae3e-16bf9678c77f_480x480.png?v=1600397177\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Water_d9b740b9-bfce-41c4-ae3e-16bf9678c77f_480x480.png?v=1600397177\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Water it every 10 to 14 days during the growing season, reducing to once every 3 to 4 weeks in winter when growth slows.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Soil_40a149eb-9d43-4bf0-ac38-159c702c72f2_480x480.png?v=1600397158\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Soil_40a149eb-9d43-4bf0-ac38-159c702c72f2_480x480.png?v=1600397158\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Hatiora Salicornioides does best in a well-draining cactus soil blended with perlite or orchid bark for extra aeration and moisture control.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Temperature.png?v=1613688445\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  It prefers temperatures between 60 and 80°F and should never be exposed to frost or temperatures below 50°F for extended periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Fertilizer_5853ff19-6010-410a-a082-3abe233cb8d2_480x480.png?v=1600399297\" class=\"lazyload\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Hatiora Salicornioides is a moderate grower that benefits from a balanced liquid fertilizer applied monthly during spring and summer only.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Spackle_0b1c313b-e538-42e0-8818-7f0bdf63d530_480x480.png?v=1600397104\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  It is hardy in USDA zones 10 to 12, tolerating minimum temperatures around 30 to 35°F before cold damage occurs. It grows outdoors year-round in Florida, Hawaii, southern California, southern Texas, and southern Arizona. It also succeeds in warmer pockets of Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, coastal Oregon, and Gulf Coast regions of Nevada.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Dancing Bones Hatiora Salicornioides Cactus safe for pets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: This plant is non-toxic and safe for cats and dogs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I propagate it from cuttings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Dancing Bones Hatiora Salicornioides Cactus propagates readily. Snap off a healthy stem segment with two to three joints, let it callous for a day or two, then place it in lightly moist cactus soil. Roots emerge within a few weeks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How much light does Hatiora Salicornioides need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: It grows well in bright indirect light or partial sun; avoid direct harsh rays that scorch the stems. It can even grow under office LED lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What triggers blooming on this plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Hatiora Salicornioides produces flowers when exposed to cooler nighttime temperatures dropping to around 50 to 55°F during autumn and winter, with blooms appearing in late winter or spring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can Dancing Bones survive outdoors in winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Move it outside in summer to a shaded, sheltered spot, but bring it back inside before temperatures drop below 50°F, as it cannot tolerate frost.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How large does this cactus grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Dancing Bones typically reaches 12 to 24 inches in length in a container as stems trail and cluster, making it well-suited for hanging baskets and bright windowsills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Succulents Box","offers":[{"title":"2 inch \/ Plastic Pot","offer_id":44087597138094,"sku":"C2KY2235","price":11.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 inch \/ Clay Pot","offer_id":47467535401134,"sku":"C2KY2235+EEZZ2742-1","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 inch \/ White Modern Pot","offer_id":47467535433902,"sku":"C2KY2235+EEZZ7650","price":19.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 inch \/ Bamboo Pot","offer_id":47669369045166,"sku":"C2KY2235+EEZZ7620.BR-1","price":14.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 inch \/ Plastic Pot","offer_id":47808591429806,"sku":"C3KY4677","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 inch \/ Clay Pot","offer_id":47808591462574,"sku":"C3KY4677+EEZZ2742-1","price":22.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 inch \/ White Modern Pot","offer_id":47808591495342,"sku":"C3KY4677+EEZZ7650","price":25.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 inch \/ Custom Pot","offer_id":47808591528110,"sku":"C3KY4677+CUSTOMPOT","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 inch \/ Bamboo Pot","offer_id":47808591560878,"sku":"C3KY4677+EEZZ7621.BR-1","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Dancing_Bones_Hatiora_Salicornioides_Cactus_Lifestyle.png?v=1780284669","url":"https:\/\/succulentsbox.live\/products\/dancing-bones-hatiora-salicornioides","provider":"Succulents Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}