{"product_id":"euphorbia-longituberculosa","title":"Euphorbia longituberculosa","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"7\"\u003eEuphorbia longituberculosa\u003c\/i\u003e is distributed across several arid regions of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"80\"\u003eEast Africa and the Arabian Peninsula\u003c\/b\u003e, including Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Yemen. It was officially described in 1862 by Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHabitat\u003c\/b\u003e In the wild, this species thrives in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003ewell-drained soils\u003c\/b\u003e within arid shrublands and rocky terrains. It typically grows in areas that receive \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"148\"\u003emoderate sun exposure\u003c\/b\u003e and experiences a distinct cycle of wet and dry seasons. It is well-adapted to surviving prolonged periods of drought by utilizing its succulent stem for water storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eEuphorbia longituberculosa\u003c\/i\u003e is a small, succulent geophyte highly regarded for its prehistoric and distinctive \"warty\" appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStem \u0026amp; Form:\u003c\/b\u003e The stem is the most striking feature, often reaching \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003e6 cm in diameter\u003c\/b\u003e and up to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"94\"\u003e14 cm in height\u003c\/b\u003e. The specific epithet \"\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"133\"\u003elongituberculosa\u003c\/i\u003e\" literally means \"covered with long warty lumps,\" which accurately describes the prominent, elongated tubercles covering the stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCaudex:\u003c\/b\u003e It develops a subterranean or partially exposed globose base that functions as a water reservoir, giving it a classic \"caudiciform\" silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e The cyathia (flowers) are typically \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003eyellowish\u003c\/b\u003e or pale green, emerging from the stem tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e It produces small leaves that are often clustered at the apex of the tubercles during the growing season and are shed during dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a resilient species if kept in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"52\"\u003ehighly porous, mineral-rich substrate\u003c\/b\u003e. It requires a warm environment and moderate watering during its active growth phase, with a strictly dry period during winter to prevent rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BotanicalCollector","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47481319194877,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/3552\/4605\/files\/euphorbia-longituberculosa_2.jpg?v=1777610593","url":"https:\/\/www.botanicalcollector.com\/products\/euphorbia-longituberculosa","provider":"BotanicalCollector","version":"1.0","type":"link"}