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Adenia glauca
These beautiful seedlings of the caudiciform succulent from Southern Africa will be a great addition to your collection of african succulents. It's a very easy succulent to grow. Adenia grows thick trunks with long woody vines that can be pruned to a desired shape.
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Origin of Adenia glauca
Adenia glauca, affectionately called Elephant’s Foot, originates from the rugged landscapes of southern Africa. This rare succulent finds its natural home on rocky slopes and cliffs in regions of South Africa. The plant is hard to come by due to its slow growth and the challenges it presents in propagation. This scarcity enhances its allure among collectors.
Quick Care Tips
Give your Adenia glauca full sun to partial shade to mimic its natural environment. It thrives in gritty, well-draining, acidic soil. During the growing season, water it thoroughly, but let the soil dry out between waterings. When winter comes, cut back on watering significantly to keep the plant healthy. It prefers temperatures above 10° C (50° F) and does not tolerate frost well. For safety, handle with care since its sap can be toxic.
What Makes It Special
Adenia glauca is best known for its grayish-green, melon-shaped caudex that adds a distinctive sculptural look to any succulent collection. Its climbing vines showcase blue-tinged leaves and pale yellow-green flowers that bloom during summer. This bonsai-like beauty provides a striking centerpiece and is valued worldwide for its unique appearance and rarity. In native cultures, its tuber has served as an emergency water source, highlighting its adaptability to harsh environments.
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It is possible to order a phytosanitary certificate for your order. The cost is $20 per order, regardless of the quantity of the plants. You can choose to include one in the checkout when choosing the shipping method.
Issuing the certificate may delay the shipping by up to 2 weeks. We will inform you about the shipping via e-mail.
No Pot or Soil
Please note all plants are shipped with neither the pot nor the soil to prevent any damage to the plants and to comply with worldwide import regulations regarding soil. We sometimes cut the leaves as well to ensure a safer transit for the plant.
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