{"product_id":"rare-tephrocactus-geometricus-single-ball-3-5-4cm-collector-cactus","title":"Rare Tephrocactus Geometricus \"Single Ball\" | 3.5–4cm Collector Cactus","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTephrocactus geometricus is one of the world's most desirable collector cacti, prized for its perfectly spherical shape, powdery blue-green colour and beautifully geometric surface pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis listing is for \u003cb\u003eone healthy Single Ball specimen\u003c\/b\u003e, measuring approximately \u003cb\u003e3.5–4cm\u003c\/b\u003e in diameter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eRather than being seed-grown, these plants are propagated by carefully removing mature segments from healthy mother plants. Each detached segment gradually develops its own root system before continuing to grow independently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eBecause every plant roots at a different speed, some specimens will have newly emerging roots while others may already have a well-established root system. Depending on their condition at the time of dispatch, we may ship your plant \u003cb\u003ebare root or in its nursery pot\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAs the cactus matures, it slowly produces additional spherical segments, creating one of the most striking architectural cacti available to collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eApprox. 3.5–4cm diameter \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eSingle Ball growth form \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eNursery propagated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHealthy developing root system \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eRare collector species \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eExcellent gift for cactus enthusiasts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eBotanical Name: Tephrocactus geometricus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eCommon Name: Geometric Cactus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePlant Size: Approx. 3.5–4cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eGrowth Form: Single Ball\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eColour: Blue Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eShipping: Bare Root or Nursery Pot Depending on Root Development\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePlant Care Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTephrocactus geometricus thrives in bright direct sunlight and requires very little water. Plant into a free-draining cactus mix and always allow the soil to dry completely before watering again.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eDuring winter, keep watering to an absolute minimum as the plant enters its dormant period. Good airflow and excellent drainage are essential to maintaining healthy roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eWith patience, this slow-growing cactus will eventually produce additional spherical segments, becoming an extraordinary collector specimen over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePlants are carefully packed to protect their shape during transit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eDepending on the stage of root development, your plant may be shipped bare root or in its nursery pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eOrders are dispatched Monday–Thursday to minimise transit stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eSpecial Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe plant may be dispatched either bare root or in a nursery pot, depending on the condition and stability of its root system at the time of shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAll plants have been propagated from cuttings taken from mature mother plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eSome specimens may have only recently started producing roots, so the root system may still be short or limited upon arrival.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eEvery plant will be carefully checked before dispatch, and we will only send healthy specimens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eNewly rooted plants may require some time to settle and establish after delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery Timescales\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe dispatch all orders using a fully tracked express UK delivery service, utilizing a selection of trusted couriers, including Royal Mail, Evri, and DPD. Orders are typically processed and shipped within 1-3 working days (Monday-Thursday), with over 90% dispatched within 2 working days. Whenever possible, items are sent on a 1-2 day delivery service for swift arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery Charges \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur delivery charges are based on order value, we do not impose a minimum order value. Please see the table below for our current delivery charges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£0.00 - £19.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£20.00 +\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecial Delivery Service\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUK Mainland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£3.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE DELIVERY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalculate based on quantity and weight of purchase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Chic Chic Plants Shipping Policy\" href=\"https:\/\/chic-chic.co\/policies\/shipping-policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShipping Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chic Chic Plants | Colorful Lithops \u0026 Rare Collectible Succulents \u0026 Cacti","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53359516156170,"sku":"CCP-SH-0041","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/4036\/8906\/files\/Tephrocactus_Geometricus_01.png?v=1783961955","url":"https:\/\/chic-chic.co\/products\/rare-tephrocactus-geometricus-single-ball-3-5-4cm-collector-cactus","provider":"Chic Chic Plants | Colorful Lithops \u0026 Rare Collectible Succulents \u0026 Cacti","version":"1.0","type":"link"}