{"product_id":"euphorbia-obesa-38","title":"Euphorbia obesa 38","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 obesa\u003c\/i\u003e, commonly known as the \"Baseball Plant,\" is endemic to a very specific and restricted area of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"121\"\u003eGreat Karoo region in South Africa\u003c\/b\u003e, particularly in the vicinity of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"189\"\u003eGraaff-Reinet\u003c\/b\u003e in the Eastern Cape. Although it is widely available in cultivation, its wild population is protected under \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"311\"\u003eCITES Appendix II\u003c\/b\u003e due to its history of over-collection.\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 This species is found in the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"37\"\u003e\"Noorsveld\"\u003c\/b\u003e vegetation, where it grows on stony, north-facing slopes and flat plains. It thrives in well-drained, shale-derived soils at elevations between \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"193\"\u003e300 and 900 meters\u003c\/b\u003e above sea level. In nature, it often grows partially hidden among stones or in the light shade of low-growing shrubs, which protects the young plants from the intense African sun and provides camouflage against herbivores.\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 obesa\u003c\/i\u003e is a distinctive, spineless succulent celebrated for its near-perfect geometric symmetry and unique \"plaid\" patterning.\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\"\u003eForm:\u003c\/b\u003e It is a slow-growing, solitary plant. Initially, it forms a perfect \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"74\"\u003eglobular (spherical) shape\u003c\/b\u003e, which may become slightly cylindrical as it reaches extreme old age. It typically features \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"193\"\u003e8 broad, vertical ribs\u003c\/b\u003e, though older specimens may occasionally develop more.\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\"\u003eEpidermis \u0026amp; Pattern:\u003c\/b\u003e The skin is smooth, leathery, and grey-green to iron-grey. It is famously decorated with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"110\"\u003ehorizontal reddish-brown or purple transverse bands\u003c\/b\u003e, giving it an appearance remarkably similar to a hand-stitched baseball or a piece of plaid fabric.\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\"\u003eFloral Biology:\u003c\/b\u003e This species is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003edioecious\u003c\/b\u003e, meaning an individual plant is either male or female. The flowers (cyathia) are small, grayish-green, and slightly scented, appearing on the \"seam\" of the ribs at the apex.\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\"\u003eSelf-Protection:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike most Euphorbias, it is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003eentirely spineless\u003c\/b\u003e. It relies on its cryptic coloration and bitter latex for protection.\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\"\u003eAesthetic:\u003c\/b\u003e Its clean lines and lack of thorns make it a favorite for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003emodern interior decor\u003c\/b\u003e and a \"must-have\" for collectors of minimalist botanical forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BotanicalCollector","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47600651698429,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/3552\/4605\/files\/euphorbia-obesa-38_7.png?v=1780079190","url":"https:\/\/www.botanicalcollector.com\/products\/euphorbia-obesa-38","provider":"BotanicalCollector","version":"1.0","type":"link"}