{"product_id":"angel-wings-cactus-opuntia-microdasys-4-pot","title":"Angel Wings Cactus (Opuntia microdasys), 4-Inch Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eAngel Wings cactus (Opuntia microdasys) adds a branching, paddle-shaped silhouette to a sunny cactus collection. Its flattened pads develop their own natural arrangement as the plant grows, making each specimen a little different. A bright position, freely draining soil, and dry intervals between waterings help this drought-tolerant cactus thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePoints of interest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlattened pads create a sculptural, wing-like branching outline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-storing growth tolerates dry intervals once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiny barbed bristles, called glochids, require careful handling even without obvious long spines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePad count, branching, and fullness vary naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature plants may flower under suitable conditions, but blooms are not guaranteed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat ships and estimated mature size\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive one live Angel Wings cactus growing in a 4-inch nursery pot. Height, pad count, and branching vary; a fixed shipping height or exact shape is not guaranteed. Decorative pots and accessories are not included and are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder favorable conditions, Opuntia microdasys can gradually develop into a branching specimen approximately 2–3 feet tall and wide. Container-grown plants may stay smaller. These are long-term estimates influenced by light, climate, and pot size, not shipping dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOptional planter pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen roots need more room, choose a modest terracotta pot with a drainage hole, only slightly larger than the root system. Decorative terracotta used in styled photos is sold separately. Avoid oversized containers and closed pots that hold excess water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide very bright light with direct sun after gradual acclimation. Start with gentle morning exposure and avoid sudden intense afternoon sun after arrival. Indoors, use a sunny window or suitable grow light. Thin, stretched growth can indicate insufficient light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the mix dry throughout before watering thoroughly and draining fully. Empty saucers and never leave the roots standing in water. Reduce watering greatly during cool weather or low-light periods. Soil dryness matters more than a fixed schedule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a gritty, fast-draining mix such as our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/succulent-cactus-soil-blend\"\u003eSucculent \u0026amp; Cactus Soil Blend\u003c\/a\u003e, sold separately. Add mineral grit if the mix dries too slowly in your conditions. Always use a container with drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Favor dry air and good ventilation. Avoid misting and enclosed terrariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep warm and frost-free. Protect from freezing temperatures and cold, wet soil. Shelter outdoor pots from prolonged rain and move under cover before cold weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed lightly during active growth with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/slow-release-fertilizer\"\u003eSlow-Release Fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e, sold separately, following its directions for potted cacti and container size. Avoid stacking additional routine fertilizers and do not feed stressed plants or during slowed growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Never touch the pads with bare hands. Use suitable cactus-handling tools and protective materials, keeping bristles away from skin and eyes. Glochids can detach and lodge in skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Routine shaping is not necessary. Remove damaged pads only when needed, using clean tools and careful protective handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot when roots crowd the pot, moving only one size larger. Minimize root injury and allow damaged roots to heal before watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Healthy mature pads can be removed with clean tools and protective handling. Allow the cut surface to callus fully before placing in gritty mix. Water cautiously once roots develop rather than keeping unrooted pads wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet and child safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep out of reach of pets and children. Although Opuntia microdasys is not generally considered toxic, its tiny barbed glochids can injure skin, mouths, and eyes. It is not safe to handle or chew.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CTS Air Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52821344125159,"sku":null,"price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/3120\/8167\/files\/image_8a84b118-c513-47f3-b948-9b42523ac207.png?v=1791944403","url":"https:\/\/ctsairplants.com\/products\/angel-wings-cactus-opuntia-microdasys-4-pot","provider":"CTS Air Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}